Vocabulary • Ch 1 - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone • Context Clues

She grew increasingly exasperated with his constant interruptions.

 

What does the word 'exasperated' mean?

• Even though or despite a specific condition

• On the other hand

• Very frustrated or annoyed with something

• The opposite of what is expected

She was exhausted from work; however, she forced herself to go to the gym.

 

What does the word 'however' mean?

• Tied or held tightly, unable to move

• Clearly different or separate from something else

• Even though or despite a specific condition

• On the other hand

She felt bound by the promise she had made to her friend.

 

What does the word 'bound' mean?

• The opposite of what is expected

• Clearly different or separate from something else

• On the other hand

• Tied or held tightly, unable to move

She believed the sky was blue while, on the contrary, he insisted it was green.

 

What does the word 'on the contrary' mean?

• Very frustrated or annoyed with something

• The opposite of what is expected

• On the other hand

• To give instructions or guidance in a straightforward manner

She gave me direct instructions to follow.

 

What does the word 'direct' mean?

• Even though or despite a specific condition

• To give instructions or guidance in a straightforward manner

• Tied or held tightly, unable to move

• Having a strong desire to succeed