Grade 3 Context Clues Quiz

What does the word 'gigantic' mean in the sentence: The elephant was gigantic, towering over the trees?

• colorful or bright

• tiny or small

• very large or huge

• average or normal

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

In the sentence: The chef used a sharp knife to slice the vegetables, what does 'sharp' mean?

• having a smooth edge or point that is able to cut or pierce easily

• having a rough edge or point that is able to cut or pierce easily

• having a dull edge or point that is unable to cut or pierce easily

• having a fine edge or point that is able to cut or pierce easily

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What does the word 'drenched' mean in the sentence: The kids got drenched in the rain while playing outside?

• covered in mud

• shivering from cold

• partially dry

• completely soaked or wet

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

In the sentence: The teacher was furious when the students didn't do their homework, what does 'furious' mean?

• completely indifferent or unconcerned

• extremely angry or full of rage

• slightly annoyed or irritated

• very happy or excited

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word 'scrumptious' mean in the sentence: The cake was scrumptious, everyone wanted a second slice?

• Disgusting or very unappetizing

• Bland or tasteless

• Salty or savory

• Delicious or very tasty

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence: The detective carefully examined the evidence, what does 'carefully' mean?

• with great enthusiasm

• with great attention to detail and caution

• quickly and carelessly

• without paying attention

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What does the word 'frigid' mean in the sentence: The water in the lake was frigid, too cold for swimming?

• Too cold for swimming

• Too hot for swimming

• Moderately cold for swimming

• Warm and comfortable for swimming

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

In the sentence: The athlete was exhausted after running the marathon, what does 'exhausted' mean?

• very tired or worn out

• feeling great

• hungry for more

• full of energy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word 'vibrant' mean in the sentence: The flowers in the garden were vibrant, full of color and life?

• Lacking color and energy

• Boring and uninteresting

• Full of color and life

• Dull and lifeless

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

In the sentence: The magician performed an amazing trick, what does 'amazing' mean?

• extremely scary or frightening

• very boring or uninteresting

• fairly average or ordinary

• very impressive or surprising

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D