Context Clues

In the sentence, "The mountain was obscured by thick fog," what does "obscured" most likely mean?

• visible

• hidden

• colorful

• tall

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "frugal" mean in the sentence: "My grandmother is very frugal; she always looks for sales and uses coupons"?

• careless

• generous

• thrifty

• messy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence, "The teacher's instructions were concise and clear," what does "concise" mean?

• confusing

• brief and to the point

• lengthy

• colorful

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

The woman wore an elaborate costume. What does "elaborate" mean in this context?

• simple

• detailed and intricate

• boring

• expensive

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What is the meaning of "ominous" in the sentence: "Dark clouds gathered in the sky, giving an ominous feeling"?

• cheerful

• threatening or foreboding

• bright

• beautiful

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The chef used a variety of "spices" to enhance the flavor of the dish. What are "spices" in this context?

• cooking tools

• herbs and seasonings

• vegetables

• desserts

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What does the word "plentiful" mean in the sentence: "After the rain, the garden became plentiful with blooming flowers"?

• scarce

• abundant or full

• colorful

• fragrant

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

In the sentence, "The gymnast executed a flawless routine," what does "flawless" mean?

• full of flaws

• perfect and without mistakes

• interesting

• complicated

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The author describes the character as "curious." What does "curious" mean in this context?

• uninterested

• eager to learn or know

• serious

• lazy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What is the meaning of "jovial" in the sentence: "The teacher had a jovial personality that made the students feel comfortable"?

• strict

• serious

• friendly and cheerful

• quiet

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4