Using Context Clues

Read the passage: For centuries, people in coastal areas of China and Japan have harvested a superfood found in marine environments. Recent studies show that eating seaweed protects against infection. It also might reduce the risk of serious diseases and extend peoples’ life spans. If true, these would be important benefits.

What does the word marine mean in this paragraph?

• very nutritious

• dark blue in color

• having to do with the ocean

• member of the armed forces

Read the passage: For centuries, people in coastal areas of China and Japan have harvested a superfood found in marine environments. Recent studies show that eating seaweed protects against infection. It also might reduce the risk of serious diseases and extend peoples’ life spans. If true, these would be important benefits.

Which two words from the paragraph help you understand the meaning of marine?

• "China" and "Japan"

• "coastal" and "seaweed"

• "centuries" and "people"

• "superfood" and "studies"

Read the passage: Closer to home, you can fi nd superfoods right in your garden or local store. Think “crisp and crunchy.” Cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, and kale detoxify harmful substances. As a result, they may help to prevent some forms of cancer. These veggies also are low in calories and have lots of vitamins A, C, and K.

What does the word detoxify mean in this paragraph?

• to move in a wide circle

• to chew food slowly

• to make a difficult decision

• to remove bad effects

Read the passage: Closer to home, you can fi nd superfoods right in your garden or local store. Think “crisp and crunchy.” Cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, and kale detoxify harmful substances. As a result, they may help to prevent some forms of cancer. These veggies also are low in calories and have lots of vitamins A, C, and K.

Which two words from the paragraph help you understand the meaning of the word detoxify?

• "crisp" and "crunchy"

• "prevent" and "cancer"

• "veggies" and "substances"

• "calories" and "vitamins"

Context Clues:

After getting caught in the rain, I came home drenched.

• Sad

• Angry

• Wet

• Dry

Context Clues:

This recipe has many ingredients and rules. It is complex.

• Easy

• Sweet

• Difficult

• Smart

The delightful aroma of food cooking in the kitchen made my mouth water.

• smell
• color
• wealth

The fifty pound pumpkin was giant in size.

• huge

• small

• average

• colorful

Context Clues:

Most people feared King Magnus because his judgment was final and his punishments were severe.

• Harsh

• Crazy

• important

• desirable

My father believes red napkins bring bad luck. He will be discontent if we use the napkins.

• happy

• unhappy

• angry

• confused