Context Clues Quiz

What does the word 'ubiquitous' mean in the sentence: Smartphones have become ubiquitous in today's society?

• rare or uncommon

• only found in one place

• existing or being everywhere at the same time

• temporary or fleeting

In the sentence 'The chef's culinary skills were unparalleled', what does 'unparalleled' mean?

• average

• unmatched

• ordinary

• mediocre

In the sentence 'The politician's speech was replete with cliches', what does 'replete' mean?

• filled or well-supplied

• empty

• overflowing

• depleted

What is the meaning of the word 'tenacious' in the sentence: The athlete's tenacious spirit helped her win the race?

• Persistent and determined

• Forgetful and absent-minded

• Easily discouraged and weak-willed

• Lazy and unmotivated

What does the word 'ephemeral' mean in the sentence: The beauty of the cherry blossoms is ephemeral?

• enduring

• temporary

• eternal

• permanent

In the sentence 'The detective's intuition was uncanny', what does 'uncanny' mean?

• ordinary or common

• clear or obvious

• friendly or approachable

• strange or mysterious

What is the meaning of the word 'exacerbate' in the sentence: The harsh weather conditions exacerbated the hiker's fatigue?

• worsen

• improve

• aggravate

• alleviate

What does the word 'resilient' mean in the sentence: Despite facing many challenges, the community remained resilient?

• able to withstand or recover from difficult conditions

• unable to face difficult conditions

• easily discouraged by challenges

• lacking the ability to recover from adversity

In the sentence 'The artist's work was enigmatic', what does 'enigmatic' mean?

• transparent

• mysterious

• clear

• obvious

What is the meaning of the word 'ostentatious' in the sentence: The actor's ostentatious display of wealth was off-putting to many?

• subtle or understated

• boring or uninteresting

• showy or extravagant

• modest or humble