Vocabulary • Ch 11 - The Witch of Blackbird Pond • Context Clues

The detectives tried to trace the suspect's movements.

 

What does the word 'trace' mean?

• Having a limited or closed perspective

• A very light mark left behind

• Feeling unsure or uncomfortable about something

• Easily trained or taught

The detective was able to trace the origins of the mysterious phone call.

 

What does the word 'trace' mean?

• A belief or opinion that goes against religious teachings

• To make or create something carefully

• To trick or make someone believe something false

• To find or discover evidence of something

She looked in the mirror to reflect on her day.

 

What does the word 'reflect' mean?

• To find or discover evidence of something

• A safe place to go for protection

• Very religious and devout in beliefs

• To think about or consider something again

It is not wise to deceive others as the truth will eventually be revealed.

 

What does the word 'deceive' mean?

• The result of an action or event

• To trick or make someone believe something false

• Skillful or clever at doing something

• A very light mark left behind

The priest was accused of promoting heresy by the church.

 

What does the word 'heresy' mean?

• A belief or opinion that goes against religious teachings

• A very light mark left behind

• To trick or make someone believe something false

• Determined and not giving up easily