Vocabulary • Ch 5 - Grade 7 • Context Clues

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

 

What does the word 'abandon' mean?

• Finishing something successfully or achieving a goal

• A group of people working together

• To leave something behind and not return

• Something you can't say no to

The sponge was able to absorb all the spilled water.

 

What does the word 'absorb' mean?

• To move or shift a little bit

• To make up or create something

• To take in or soak up something

• Help or support in doing something

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

 

What does the word 'accomplishment' mean?

• A machine that squeezes air or gas

• A different form or edition of something

• A crunchy vegetable with long green stalks

• Finishing something successfully or achieving a goal

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

 

What does the word 'adequate' mean?

• Enough or sufficient

• A family member from a long time ago

• A type of desk with drawers

• Personal belongings that are carried while traveling

I received some great advice from a trusted friend.

 

What does the word 'advice' mean?

• To make something happen later than planned

• Suggestions or recommendations for a problem

• Person who oversees and manages others' work

• To make up or create something

She considered her alternative options before making a decision.

 

What does the word 'alternative' mean?

• A type of desk with drawers

• To sleep or rest peacefully

• Another option or choice to consider

• To move or shift a little bit

She learned about her Native American ancestor through genealogical research.

 

What does the word 'ancestor' mean?

• Very noticeable and obviously wrong or bad

• A family member from a long time ago

• To sleep or rest peacefully

• A detailed explanation or portrayal of something

The kind stranger offered her assistance when she needed help.

 

What does the word 'assistance' mean?

• Special advantage or benefit given to someone

• Right away

• Help or support in doing something

• Suggestions or recommendations for a problem

The attendance at the conference was higher than expected.

 

What does the word 'attendance' mean?

• Being present at a specific event or place

• The beginning or opening part of something

• To write or print clearly and neatly

• Something that is hard to understand

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

 

What does the word 'baggage' mean?

• Small or weak in size or strength

• Brave and courageous, like a hero

• Very noticeable and obviously wrong or bad

• Personal belongings that are carried while traveling