Vocabulary • Ch 4 - Grade 7 • Context Clues

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

 

What does the word 'abandon' mean?

• Feeling of being treated unfairly or wronged

• A group of people working together

• Something you can't say no to

• To leave something behind and not return

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

The sponge was able to absorb all the spilled water.

 

What does the word 'absorb' mean?

• Being without guilt or wrongdoing

• Small colorful paper pieces thrown in celebrations

• To take in or soak up something

• The most intense or brightest red color

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

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

 

What does the word 'accomplishment' mean?

• Finishing something successfully or achieving a goal

• Not needed or not required

• Another option or choice to consider

• An event or story within a series

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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

 

What does the word 'adequate' mean?

• A different form or edition of something

• An event or story within a series

• Enough or sufficient

• To have an effect or sway on something

Tags

CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.K.5B

I received some great advice from a trusted friend.

 

What does the word 'advice' mean?

• When people or teams try to win

• A container used for boiling water

• Not doing anything or being inactive

• Suggestions or recommendations for a problem

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

She considered her alternative options before making a decision.

 

What does the word 'alternative' mean?

• Something that causes trouble or difficulty

• A bunch of pretty flowers

• When people or teams try to win

• Another option or choice to consider

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

She learned about her Native American ancestor through genealogical research.

 

What does the word 'ancestor' mean?

• Something you can't say no to

• A different form or edition of something

• A family member from a long time ago

• To stop or break someone or something

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

The kind stranger offered her assistance when she needed help.

 

What does the word 'assistance' mean?

• Person who oversees and manages others' work

• Help or support in doing something

• How you feel about something

• Not doing anything or being inactive

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

The attendance at the conference was higher than expected.

 

What does the word 'attendance' mean?

• Feeling of being treated unfairly or wronged

• Being present at a specific event or place

• A detailed explanation or portrayal of something

• Small or weak in size or strength

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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

 

What does the word 'baggage' mean?

• Happening often or occurring regularly

• To meet or come across someone or something

• Personal belongings that are carried while traveling

• Person who oversees and manages others' work

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C