Context Clues Quiz

What does the word 'vivid' mean in the sentence: The artist used vivid colors in his painting?

• faint

• dull

• bright, intense, or striking

• transparent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

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

• happy or cheerful

• soft or gentle

• serious or strict

• loud or noisy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'ominous' in the sentence: The dark clouds were ominous, signaling an approaching storm?

• giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen

• giving the impression that something good or pleasant is going to happen

• indicating a clear and bright sky

• suggesting a peaceful and calm atmosphere

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence: The aroma of freshly baked cookies wafted through the house, what does 'wafted' mean?

• to float or drift through the air

• to run or walk quickly

• to explode with a loud noise

• to sink or settle at the bottom

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does 'elated' mean in the sentence: She was elated when she received the good news?

• slightly annoyed or irritated

• very happy or joyful

• completely indifferent or apathetic

• extremely sad or depressed

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence: The old house had a musty smell, what does 'musty' mean?

• having a fresh, clean, or pleasant smell

• having a stale, moldy, or damp smell

• having a spicy, fragrant, or aromatic smell

• having a fruity, sweet, or floral smell

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'furtive' in the sentence: The furtive glance she gave her friend suggested that she was hiding something?

• Secretive or sly

• Honest or trustworthy

• Friendly or outgoing

• Open or transparent

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

In the sentence: The athlete's stamina allowed him to run the marathon without getting tired, what does 'stamina' mean?

• The ability to speak multiple languages

• The ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort

• The ability to jump high

• The ability to cook well

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does 'pungent' mean in the sentence: The pungent smell of onions made her eyes water?

• having a strong, sharp smell

• having a soft, gentle smell

• having a sweet smell

• having no smell at all

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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

• incoherent

• articulate

• confusing

• rambling

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D