Context Clues

1. He saw in the distance a beautiful, graceful bird soaring across the sky.

• a. falling

• b. gliding

• c. leaping

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

2. The little boy became drowsy as the day turned into night.

• a. desperate

• b. active

• c. tired

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

3. He was amazed at the beauty he saw above him.

• a. pleased

• b. disappointed

• c. frightened

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

4. Little sparrow began to feel as powerful as the giant bird.

• a. large

• b. strong

• c. beautiful

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

5. When the boy became a chief, he ruled with wisdom.

• a. many riches

• b. no help

• c. understanding

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.2.4C

CCSS.L.3.2E

6. The people watched with awe as the eagle flew above them.

• a. anger

• b. terror

• c. wonder

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

7. The boy was very confused after he bumped his head.

• a. mixed up

• b. relaxed

• c. excited

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

8. The castle looked enormous in the background.

• a. very big

• b. far

• c. tiny

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

9. The onslaught of dishes came right after the party of 18 left the restaurant.

• a. handful

• b. invasion

• c. pouring

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

10. The cat had some trepidation as it passed the dog's kennel.

• a. confidence

• b. hunger

• c. unease

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4