Context Clues Quiz 1

What does the word 'enormous' mean in the sentence: The elephant was enormous, towering over the trees?

• very large or huge

• tiny or small

• average or normal

• colorful or bright

In the sentence: The teacher's stern look silenced the noisy class, what does 'stern' mean?

• friendly

• lenient

• serious, strict, or harsh

• easygoing

What does the word 'drenched' mean in the sentence: The kids got drenched in the rain while playing outside?

• completely soaked or wet

• warm and cozy

• partially dry

• covered in mud

In the sentence: The aroma of fresh cookies filled the kitchen, what does 'aroma' mean?

• Loud noise

• Pleasant smell or fragrance

• Unpleasant taste

• Bright light

In the sentence: The athlete's agility helped her win the race, what does 'agility' mean?

• The ability to lift heavy weights

• The talent for solving complex math problems

• The ability to move quickly and easily.

• The skill of playing a musical instrument

What does the word 'vibrant' mean in the sentence: The artist used vibrant colors to paint the beautiful sunset?

• Dull and lifeless

• Full of energy and life, bright and striking

• Muted and uninteresting

• Dark and gloomy

In the sentence: The detective's keen observation helped solve the mystery, what does 'keen' mean?

• dull or unobservant

• sharp or perceptive

• soft or gentle

• bitter or resentful

What does the word 'exhausted' mean in the sentence: After running a marathon, the runner felt exhausted?

• rested

• refreshed

• very tired or fatigued

• energetic

In the sentence: The author's eloquent speech captivated the audience, what does 'eloquent' mean?

• Fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing

• Awkward or clumsy in speaking or writing

• Confusing or unclear in speaking or writing

• Quiet or reserved in speaking or writing

What is context?

• a clue

• a type of structure

• anything around a word or phrase in a passage

• a story