Context Clues

Read the following sentence: The dog was barking loudly at the mailman. What does the word 'loudly' suggest about how the dog was barking?

• The dog was barking silently at the mailman.

• The dog was barking softly at the mailman.

• The dog was barking with a high volume or intensity.

• The dog was barking happily at the mailman.

In the sentence, 'The teacher was ecstatic when all her students passed the test,' what does the word 'ecstatic' mean?

• extremely happy or joyful

• sad

• confused

• angry

What does the word 'ominous' suggest in the sentence, 'The dark clouds and thunder made the atmosphere feel ominous'?

• Exciting or indicating a thrilling experience

• Joyful or indicating that something good is going to happen

• Foreboding or indicating that something bad is going to happen

• Peaceful or indicating a sense of calmness

In the sentence, 'The detective carefully examined the mysterious clues left at the crime scene,' what does the word 'mysterious' imply about the clues?

• The clues are puzzling, enigmatic, or difficult to understand.

• The clues are colorful and vibrant

• The clues are obvious and straightforward

• The clues are irrelevant and insignificant

What does the word 'frantic' indicate in the sentence, 'The frantic mother searched for her lost child in the crowded mall'?

• The mother was in a state of distress, anxiety, or panic.

• The mother was indifferent and uninterested

• The mother was relaxed and calm

• The mother was excited and joyful

In the sentence, 'The old house had a musty smell and creaky floors,' what does the word 'musty' suggest about the smell of the house?

• The smell of the house is spicy and aromatic.

• The smell of the house is fresh and floral.

• The smell of the house is fruity and sweet.

• The smell of the house is damp, stale, and possibly moldy.

What does the word 'elaborate' imply in the sentence, 'The chef prepared an elaborate meal for the special occasion'?

• Basic and lacking detail

• Intricate and carefully prepared with attention to detail

• Simple and hastily prepared

• Complicated and messy

In the sentence, 'The athlete's performance was lackluster compared to his previous games,' what does the word 'lackluster' mean?

• Dull or uninspired

• Bright and vibrant

• Exciting and thrilling

• Energetic and lively

What does the word 'exhilarating' suggest in the sentence, 'The roller coaster ride was exhilarating and thrilling'?

• Dull and monotonous

• Boring and uneventful

• Exciting and full of thrills

• Calm and relaxing

In the sentence, 'The author used vivid descriptions to paint a picture of the serene landscape,' what does the word 'serene' mean?

• calm, peaceful, untroubled

• angry

• chaotic

• loud