Context Clues Quiz

What does the word 'frigid' mean in the sentence 'The frigid wind made me shiver'?

• extremely hot

• mild temperature

• spicy flavor

• very cold or freezing

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

• serious or strict

• lenient

• happy

• relaxed

What is the meaning of 'drenched' in the sentence 'We got drenched in the rain'?

• covered in mud

• protected from the rain

• partially dry

• completely soaked or wet

In the sentence 'The aroma of freshly baked cookies filled the kitchen', what does 'aroma' mean?

• Unpleasant taste

• Bright light

• Pleasant smell or fragrance

• Loud noise

What does 'dismal' mean in the sentence 'The weather forecast predicts a dismal day'?

• gloomy

• bright

• sunny

• cheerful

In the sentence 'The athlete's stamina impressed everyone', what does 'stamina' mean?

• A type of dance

• A musical instrument

• Physical or mental strength and endurance

• A type of fruit

What is the meaning of 'exquisite' in the sentence 'She wore an exquisite dress to the party'?

• extremely beautiful and delicate

• very ugly and rough

• moderately attractive and sturdy

• completely average and unremarkable

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

• dull or unobservant

• sharp or perceptive

• soft or gentle

• bitter or resentful

What does 'perplexed' mean in the sentence 'The complex math problem left the students perplexed'?

• enlightened

• understandable

• confused or puzzled

• clear

In the sentence 'The artist's vibrant painting brightened up the room', what does 'vibrant' mean?

• Soft and muted in color

• Covered in dust and dirt

• Full of energy, brightness, and vivid colors

• Lacking energy and dull