Context Clues Quiz

Jenny was **elated** when she found out she had won the first prize in the art competition. What does "elated" mean in this sentence?

• Sad

• Excited and very happy

• Confused

• Angry

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During the summer, the weather was so **arid** that the lake completely dried up. What does "arid" mean?

• Stormy

• Cold

• Dry

• Humid

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

The instructions for the game were **obscure**, making it difficult for the players to understand how to play. What does "obscure" mean?

• Clear

• Complicated

• Hidden

• Unclear

Tags

CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.K.5B

After walking in the rain without an umbrella, Mia's clothes were **saturated**. What does "saturated" mean?

• Dry

• Slightly wet

• Completely wet

• Warm

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

The chef's **culinary** and food skills were well-known throughout the city. What does "culinary" mean?

• Music

• Sports

• Cooking

• Painting

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

The path through the forest was **serene**, with birds chirping and a gentle breeze blowing. What does "serene" mean?

• Noisy

• Peaceful

• Dangerous

• Crowded

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

His **voracious** appetite was evident as he had seconds and then thirds at dinner. What does "voracious" mean?

• Small

• Picky

• Insatiable

• Satisfied

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

The **dilapidated** building looked as though it hadn't been used in years. What does "dilapidated" mean?

• Newly built

• Well-maintained

• Falling apart

• Recently renovated

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

She had a **penchant** for painting, spending every free moment with her brushes and canvases. What does "penchant" mean?

• Dislike

• Strong inclination

• Indifference

• Fear

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The **cryptic** message left everyone puzzled, wondering what it meant. What does "cryptic" mean?

• Clear

• Mysterious

• Long

• Direct

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F