Context Clues Bellwork RL.1.B

"Gabby took a moment to ponder the question before answering Mrs. Henry." What does the word ponder mean in the sentence?

• ignore

• consider

• forget

• deny

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word torrential in this sentence. "Meteorologists Katie Horner on KMBC 9 news, predicted a torrential downpour in Kansas City, MO, on Sunday morning."

• light

• heavy

• scattered

• cold

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Use context clues to determine the meaning of recede in this sentence. "As the floodwaters began to recede at Little Blue River, in Grandview, MO, the people were able to return to their homes."

• rise

• overflow

• decrease

• increase

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

"Some of the student's constant chatter in Mr. Frizell's class, disrupted the hardworking students." What does the word disrupted mean in this sentence?

• improved

• organized

• interrupt

• enriched

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of the word elaborate in the sentence? Grandview Middle School's production of "High School Musical" will be an elaborate production with numerous scenes, great performances, and extensive singing and dancing.

• detailed

• basic

• complicated

• simple

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

"Adriana longed for an exciting adventure during her summer vacation in the Amazon Rainforest!" Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word adventure.

• journey

• boring

• familiarity

• routine

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

"David's painting displayed intricate details and patterns." What does the word intricate mean in the sentence?

• dull

• dull

• simple

• complicate

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

"The student's apologetic tone indicated that he was sorry for his horrible behavior in the hall." What does the word apologetic mean in this sentence?

• Happy

• Excited

• Confused

• Regretful

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

"The fox used cunning strategies to outsmart the hunter's tactics to catch it." Use context clues to determine the meaning of cunning in this sentence.

• honesty

• intelligence

• bravery

• deception

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Using context clues to determine the meaning of forlorn in this sentence. The forlorn look on Kelsey's face showed that she was broken-hearted for her loss.

• excited and joyful

• happy and content

• lonely and sad

• angry and frustrated

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4