Root Words and Context Clues

What is the root word in the word 'unhappiness'?

• joy

• sad

• angry

• happy

In the sentence 'The dog barked loudly', what does the word 'loudly' tell you about the barking?

• It tells us that the barking was done quietly.

• It tells us that the barking was done in a colorful manner.

• It tells us that the barking was done in a loud manner.

• It tells us that the barking was done in a musical manner.

What inference can you make from the sentence 'The sky turned dark and the wind began to howl'?

• It's a perfect day for a picnic

• The weather is getting warmer

• A storm is approaching

• The sun is shining brightly

Identify the root word in the word 'disrespectful'.

• dis

• respect

• respectful

• ful

In the sentence 'The teacher's stern look made the students quiet down', what does the word 'stern' tell you about the teacher's look?

• happy

• relaxed

• confused

• serious, strict, and disapproving

Using context clues, what does the word 'ominous' mean in the sentence 'The dark clouds and thunder gave an ominous feeling'?

• Joyful

• Peaceful

• Exciting

• Foreboding or threatening

What inference can you make from the sentence 'The student was carrying a backpack and a lunchbox'?

• The student is likely going to the beach.

• The student is likely going to school.

• The student is likely going to a museum.

• The student is likely going to a concert.

Identify the root word in the word 'rearrange'.

• change

• re

• rear

• arrange

In the sentence 'The chef's delicious aroma filled the kitchen', what does the word 'delicious' tell you about the aroma?

• Pleasant and enjoyable

• Bland and tasteless

• Strong and overpowering

• Unpleasant and foul

What does the word 'meticulous' imply in the sentence 'She made meticulous notes during the lecture'?

• The notes were taken carelessly.

• The notes were taken with great attention to detail.

• The notes were barely legible.

• The notes were taken in a hurry.