Context Clues Quiz

Despite the chef's efforts, the soup tasted bland; it lacked the zest and flavor of her usual dishes.

• spicy

• colorful

• tasteless

• cold

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

The scientist's discovery was groundbreaking, shedding light on a phenomenon that had baffled researchers for decades.

• confusing

• innovative

• expected

• minor

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

His apology seemed disingenuous, as his tone was sarcastic and he rolled his eyes while speaking.

• heartfelt

• insincere

• enthusiastic

• respectful

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

The path was treacherous, with loose stones and a steep drop to one side, making the hike quite dangerous.

• safe

• easy

• hazardous

• wide

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

The novel was so compelling that she read it in one sitting, completely absorbed and unable to put it down.

• boring

• engaging

• confusing

• lengthy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

His remarks were so cryptic that everyone was left puzzled, trying to decipher the true meaning behind his words.

• clear

• mysterious

• humorous

• direct

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

The room was immaculate, not a single item out of place, reflecting the owner's meticulous nature.

• cluttered

• dirty

• spotless

• dark

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

She was known for her frugality, always finding ways to save money and avoid unnecessary expenses.

• generosity

• wastefulness

• thriftiness

• extravagance

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The instructions were so convoluted that it took hours to figure out how to assemble the simple shelf.

• straightforward

• complicated

• brief

• helpful

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

His enthusiasm for the project was infectious, inspiring the whole team to work harder and share in his excitement.

• apathy

• passion

• skepticism

• fear

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4