Vocabulary • Ch 2 - A Wrinkle in Time • Context Clues

It is important to wear appropriate attire for the job interview.

 

What does the word 'appropriate' mean?

• Not intentional

• To learn and understand something new

• To choose or do what is suitable

• Calm and peaceful, not easily disturbed

The detective uncovered a sinister plot to steal a priceless artifact.

 

What does the word 'sinister' mean?

• Scary or evil

• A tiny piece of information in cells

• Using few words to say something

• Not intentional

She felt a compulsion to check her phone every few minutes.

 

What does the word 'compulsion' mean?

• Being aggressive or ready to fight

• A scientist who studies how things work

• A wise person who gives good advice

• A strong urge to do something

The physicist conducted groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics.

 

What does the word 'physicist' mean?

• A duty or something you must do

• To learn and understand something new

• A wise person who gives good advice

• A scientist who studies how things work

The belligerent customer shouted and argued with the cashier.

 

What does the word 'belligerent' mean?

• A limitation or restriction on something

• Being aggressive or ready to fight

• Not intentional

• Using few words to say something