Context Clues Quizizz

Question 1: What is a "definition context clue"?

• a) When the meaning of a word is given directly
  

• b) When a word is used to show contrast
  

• c) When a word is repeated multiple times
  

• d) When a word's sound is similar to another word

  
  

Question 2: Which context clue is used in the sentence: "The adventurous explorer hiked through the dense forest, filled with tall trees and hidden creatures"?

• Synonym

• Antonym

• Explanation

• Example

Question 3: What is the root word in "unhappiness"?

• happy

• un

• ness

• happi

Question 4: Which word has the same root as "bicycle"?

• tricycle

• motorbike

• skateboard

• rollerblade

Question 5: In the word "unbelievable," what does the prefix "un-" mean?

• to do again

• not

• more than one

• study

Question 6: What is the meaning of the word "microscope"?

• a) A device for seeing small objects
  

• b) A machine for flying
  

• c) A tool for digging
  

• d) A container for cooking

  
  

Question 8: What context clue is used in the sentence: "The stormy weather was making the trees sway violently"?

• synonym

• antonym

• explanation

• contrast

Question 9: What is the root word in "careless"?

• care

• reless

• less

• carl

Question 10: Which word contains the root "aud," meaning "to hear"?

• visible

• applaud

• strong

• bicycle