Context Clues Assessment

I implored my mother to let me keep the stray puppy. Even though I desperately pleaded, she said "No!"

• beg

• adopt

• ask

• demand

My dentist warned me not to indulge in candy. After giving in to my desire for sugary treats, I now have three cavities.

• take care of

• give into

• ignore

• punish

The knight’s armor was so cumbersome that he needed his squire to help him onto his horse.

• shinny

• fancy

• strong

• difficult to manage

The sullen child refused to answer my questions. He merely stared unhappily at the ground.

• defiant, rude

• young, immature

• silent, gloomy

• hungry, weak

Now Joe looks at me with such disdain. I long for the days when he loved and respected me.

• hatred

• jealousy

• confusion

• trust