Context Clues Practice

The fox is timid. He is shy and easily frightened.

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The fox is timid. He is nothing like the brave lion.

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The fox is timid. He looks nervous hiding behind the tree.

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The fox is timid. He is like a little mouse that hides.

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I definitely have a predilection for anything with chocolate.

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Compared to her last tiny house, her new house is massive.

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The Modern Olympics commenced, or began in 1986.

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Megan decided to go for a stroll. It would feel good to stretch her legs and walk.

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E: We collected kindling, such as dry twigs and branches, to start the fire.

• when you collect wood

• a substance used to prevent combustion

• a tool used for camping

• easily burned materials used to start a fire

E: Afterward, Jeremy showed remorse by apologizing to everyone and repaying the money he lost.

• a sense of guilt for past wrongs

• being insensitive to the feelings of others

• showing extreme selfishness

• showing no feelings