Vocabulary • Ch 2 - Grade 7 • Context Clues

The dog's owner made the difficult decision to abandon him at the shelter.

 

What does the word 'abandon' mean?

• To leave something behind and not return

• To meet or come across someone or something

• Something that only exists in our minds

• A detailed explanation or portrayal of something

The sponge was able to absorb all the spilled water.

 

What does the word 'absorb' mean?

• To take in or soak up something

• A family member from a long time ago

• Happening often or occurring regularly

• Being present at a specific event or place

She felt a great sense of accomplishment after completing the marathon.

 

What does the word 'accomplishment' mean?

• Not doing anything or being inactive

• Finishing something successfully or achieving a goal

• Feeling of being treated unfairly or wronged

• How you feel about something

She ensured that the supplies were adequate for the entire project.

 

What does the word 'adequate' mean?

• Something that causes trouble or difficulty

• Another option or choice to consider

• Enough or sufficient

• A detailed explanation or portrayal of something

I received some great advice from a trusted friend.

 

What does the word 'advice' mean?

• A detailed explanation or portrayal of something

• Personal belongings that are carried while traveling

• Very noticeable and obviously wrong or bad

• Suggestions or recommendations for a problem

She considered her alternative options before making a decision.

 

What does the word 'alternative' mean?

• Personal belongings that are carried while traveling

• A machine that squeezes air or gas

• A crunchy vegetable with long green stalks

• Another option or choice to consider

She learned about her Native American ancestor through genealogical research.

 

What does the word 'ancestor' mean?

• When a living thing no longer exists

• Small colorful paper pieces thrown in celebrations

• The study of money and how it's used

• A family member from a long time ago

The kind stranger offered her assistance when she needed help.

 

What does the word 'assistance' mean?

• An event or story within a series

• Very noticeable and obviously wrong or bad

• To leave something behind and not return

• Help or support in doing something

The attendance at the conference was higher than expected.

 

What does the word 'attendance' mean?

• Help or support in doing something

• Being present at a specific event or place

• A machine that squeezes air or gas

• To take in or soak up something

She struggled to carry all of her baggage while rushing to catch the train.

 

What does the word 'baggage' mean?

• To make up or create something

• Personal belongings that are carried while traveling

• A family member from a long time ago

• A group of people working together