Context Clues Mini 18

The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun.

• walked

• ran

• sweated

• hiked

We often travel to New England in autumn to see the bright colors of the foliage.

• buildings

• trees

• mountains

• leaves

The mood was somber at the funeral of the former president.

• serious

• fearful

• social

• lively

Dorothy was warned that the Wicked Witch of the West was a malevolent lady, and she should avoid her at all cost.

• strange

• evil

• angry

• unfirendly

Jaki is a wonderful piano player. But Emily is more VERSATILE; she sings, acts, paints and writes poetry, and also plays the piano. What does the word VERSATILE mean?

• many abilities
• boring
• not skilled
• exciting

Tristin couldn’t see the school building; it was SHROUDED by smoke and dust.” What does the word SHROUDED mean?

• Covered
• ruined
• bounced
• invisible

We thought that Mrs. Kerner would be very DISTRAUGHT when told that Antonio broke Ms.Pate's pointer; however, she took the news very calmly. What does the word DISTRAUGHT mean?
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• anxious
• upset
• happy
• fearful

Skylar won the election for School President because she was a dependable leader. She was always there when you needed her.
What does the word DEPENDABLE mean?

• sassy and sarcastic
• rude and mean
• sad and distant
• trustworthy and reliable

Ben is so APPREHENSIVE about appearing in the play that he has an upset stomach.

• thrilled

• modest

• bored

• nervous

The VIGILANT guards stayed up all night to make sure no one came near the castle.

• disguised

• watchful

• superior

• youthful