Context Clues Practice 1

Tristin couldn’t see the school building; it was shrouded by smoke and dust.

What does the word shrouded mean?

• covered

• ruined

• bounced

• invisible

They were ecstatic at the birth of their baby. They couldn't stop smiling for days.

Based on the context clues in the sentence above, ecstatic means:

• Nervous

• Discouraged

• Excited

• Relieved

Which is the correct meaning of the word spell in the sentence?

The man told us he needed to sit for a spell.

• A short, indefinite period of time.

• A word or formula believed to be magic.

• To form words by means of letters.

Typewriters became obsolete with the development of personal computers.

What does obsolete mean?

• popular

• out-dated

• careful

• round

The teacher was appalled, or disgusted, by the honey covered homework the student turned in.

What does appalled mean?

• pleased 
• surprised
• frustrated
• disgusted

The long hike up to the mountains was grueling.

What does grueling mean?

• loud
• tiring
• easy

I was so parched, I drank an entire glass of water in one gulp.

What does parched mean?

• hungry
• thirsty
• sleepy

The delightful aroma of food cooking in the kitchen made my mouth water.

What does aroma mean?

• smell
• color
• wealth

The parking lot was so congested, it took half an hour to get out.

What does congested mean?

• empty
• hot
• crowded

Marcia is a novice soccer player. It is her first day of practice.

What does novice mean?

• skilled
• beginner
• professional