Context Clues Quiz

Using context to determine word meaning: What does the word 'ominous' mean in the sentence 'The dark clouds were ominous'?

• happy

• calm

• threatening

• bright

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Using context to determine word meaning: In the sentence 'The teacher's laconic response left the students confused', what does 'laconic' mean?

• Using very few words, brief, or concise

• Using a lot of words, verbose

• Using exaggerated gestures, dramatic

• Using unclear language, ambiguous

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Recognizing figurative language: Which of the following is an example of a simile? A) The sun is like a golden coin in the sky. B) The sun is shining brightly. C) The sun is a star in the sky.

• A) The sun is like a golden coin in the sky.

• D) The sun is as hot as a fire.

• C) The sun is a star in the sky.

• B) The sun is shining brightly.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Recognizing figurative language: Identify the type of figurative language used in the sentence 'The wind whispered through the trees'.

• Simile

• Onomatopoeia

• Personification

• Metaphor

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5A

Understanding connotation and denotation: What is the denotation of the word 'snake'? A) A reptile with no legs. B) A person who is untrustworthy. C) A long, thin, flexible creature.

• A) A type of pasta dish.

• C

• D) A type of musical instrument.

• B) A type of flower.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

Understanding connotation and denotation: What is the connotation of the word 'home'? A) A place of comfort and security. B) A physical structure where people live. C) A building where a family resides.

• A) A place of comfort and security.

• D) A type of fabric used for making clothing.

• B) A type of fruit that grows on trees.

• C) A method of transportation using a motorized vehicle.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Inferring word meaning from context: In the sentence 'The aroma of freshly baked cookies wafted through the house', what does 'aroma' mean?

• a bright light

• a loud noise

• a pleasant smell or fragrance

• a bitter taste

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Inferring word meaning from context: What does the word 'forlorn' mean in the sentence 'The forlorn puppy sat by the roadside'?

• lonely

• confident

• excited

• happy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Identifying word relationships: Which word is most closely related to 'joy'? A) Happiness. B) Sadness. C) Anger.

• B) Sadness

• A) Happiness

• C) Anger

• D) Fear

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Identifying word relationships: What is the opposite of the word 'expand'? A) Increase. B) Enlarge. C) Contract.

• C) Contract

• C) Shrink

• B) Enlarge

• A) Increase

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.4A