Bellringer: Context Clues (Week 1, Day 3)

Mrs. Flowers was stifling a laugh. It was clear she did not want the class to think she found the comment amusing. What is the best definition of stifling?

• To do something loudly.

• To cough.

• To withhold.

• To show concern.

The monkey bars was starting to deteriorate. Tom could see rust chipping away at the metal. What is the best definition of deteriorate.

• Strengthen

• Breakdown

• Shine

• Glow

Susan has decided to pursue a career as an artist. She has always enjoyed painting watercolor pictures on canvas. What is the best definition of pursue?

• To excuse

• To learn

• To try to obtain

• To decide

I will supersede Tom as president of the student government. It was time for him to move on anyway.

• Invite

• Share

• Take the place of

• Examine

Mrs. Tomlinson accidentally omitted a question on the exam. The class was more than happy to answer fewer questions. What is the best definition of accidentally?

• Added

• Copied

• By Mistake/Oversight

• Reused