Context Clues Vocabulary

While hiking, Sarah encountered a serene lake. The water was so calm and peaceful. What does "serene" mean in this context?

• Muddy

• Stormy

• Calm

• Crowded

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

The magician's trick was so astonishing that the audience gasped. What does "astonishing" mean?

• Boring

• Amazing

• Predictable

• Long

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

In the dense forest, the sunlight barely reached the ground. What does "dense" mean?

• Bright

• Empty

• Thick

• Quiet

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

The aroma of freshly baked cookies filled the house. What does "aroma" mean?

• Sound

• Smell

• Taste

• Sight

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The ancient ruins were discovered after centuries of being hidden. What does "ancient" mean?

• New

• Old

• Broken

• Lost

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.6

The chef garnished the dish with parsley before serving it. What does "garnished" mean?

• Burned

• Decorated

• Spoiled

• Covered

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

The path was treacherous, and hikers needed to be cautious. What does "treacherous" mean?

• Safe

• Dangerous

• Straight

• Wide

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The novel was so captivating that I read it in one sitting. What does "captivating" mean?

• Boring

• Engaging

• Confusing

• Long

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The lawyer presented a compelling argument in court. What does "compelling" mean?

• Weak

• Persuasive

• Irrelevant

• Lengthy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The athlete's endurance was tested during the marathon. What does "endurance" mean?

• Speed

• Strength

• Stamina

• Flexibility

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4