
Context Clues and Word Meaning
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English
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6th - 8th Grade
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Medium
Sandra Marlow
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
The air was filled with the aroma of fresh-baked cookies, making my mouth water.
What is the meaning of the underlined word, aroma?
a noticeable smell
a pleasant or noticeable smell
the water is toxic.
the water in the parking lot is fowl.
Answer explanation
aroma means a pleasant or noticeable smell, helps understand the sentence's meaning that the smell of cookies was making the speaker hungry.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
After the storm, the streets were flooded, and I had to wade through ankle-deep water to get to my house.
Water that is literally up to my ankles.
A small puddle
flooding that requires a boat to navigate thru.
ankle deep is a major exaggeration of a little flooding.
Answer explanation
Literally ankle-deep. This is often used as an over-exaggeration however, in this instance, it's literal.
3.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
The teacher's lectures were often tedious, and most students struggled to stay awake during class.
Hard
boring
funny
serious
Answer explanation
Tedious can be serious and boring. It's not hard because you are not presenting.
4.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
The doctor prescribed antibiotics to help fight off the infection.
to provide a remedy/medicine
To give a pamphlet of ideas
To give a physical pill or drug to fight off the infection.
To give advice.
Answer explanation
When a doctor prescribes anything, prescribes is a verb. It can be a physical pill/drug, a paper for the pharmacy and he can prescribe advice such as "get some rest".
5.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
Sarah's exquisite dress was the highlight of the party, and everyone complimented her on her stunning outfit.
different and unique
fun and whimsical
It stands out in a positive way.
It's odd and she did not dress correctly for the party.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The room was filled with an acrid smell, making it difficult to breathe.
A pleasant smell
A toxic situation causing people to evacuate.
An unpleasant smell.
Fire
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The athlete's agility and speed on the field were impressive to watch.
Quick and Nimble
Fast and clunky
slow and steady
average but entertaining.
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