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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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