Context Clues Challenge
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English
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a synonym for the word 'enormous' in the sentence: The elephant was enormous, taking up the entire room?
small
tiny
average
gigantic
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CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the sentence, 'The teacher's stern look silenced the chatty students,' what does the word 'stern' mean?
loud
soft
happy
serious or strict
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CCSS.L.3.2F
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Using context clues, what does the word 'frugal' mean in the sentence: Sarah's frugal spending habits allowed her to save money for a vacation?
Luxurious and lavish
Careful and economical
Extravagant and wasteful
Generous and charitable
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CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the sentence, 'The dog's incessant barking annoyed the neighbors,' what does the word 'incessant' mean?
pleasant
intermittent
loud
continuous
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CCSS.L.1.5D
CCSS.L.2.5B
CCSS.L.3.5C
CCSS.L.K.5D
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What word is a synonym for 'hilarious' in the sentence: The comedian's hilarious jokes had the audience laughing uncontrollably?
dull
funny
boring
serious
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CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Using context clues, what does the word 'ominous' mean in the sentence: The dark clouds and strong winds were ominous signs of 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 positive outcome
suggesting a joyful and cheerful atmosphere
Tags
CCSS.L.8.5C
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the sentence, 'The siblings' rivalry often led to heated arguments,' what does the word 'rivalry' mean?
Friendly relationship between the siblings
Mutual respect between the siblings
Indifference between the siblings
Competition or conflict between the siblings
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CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RL.1.4
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