Vocabulary in Context p2

What does the word 'ominous' (siniestro) mean in the following sentence: The dark clouds were ominous, signaling an approaching storm?

• Indicating a peaceful atmosphere.

• Giving the impression that something good is going to happen.

• Giving the impression that something bad or unpleasant is going to happen.

• Bright and cheerful.

Find a synonym for the word 'exuberant' in the sentence (sinónimo de exuberant): The children were exuberant after winning the game.

• Tired

• Calm

• Bored

• Energetic

In the sentence 'The teacher's stern look silenced the noisy class', what does 'stern' (severo) mean?

• severe or strict

• harsh

• gentle

• kind

Provide an antonym for the word 'generous' in the sentence (antónimo de generoso): Despite his generous offer, she declined.

• goofy

• selfish

• content

• willing

What context clue helps you understand the meaning of 'perplexed' in the sentence (¿Qué pista de contexto te ayuda a entender el significado de "perplejo" en la oración?): The complex math problem left him perplexed?

• The context clue 'left him'

• The context clue 'him perplexed'

• The context clue 'complex math problem'

• The context clue 'math problem'

What is a synonym for 'vivid' in the sentence (Sinónimo de vívido): The artist used vivid colors to paint the sunset.

• dull

• bright

• drab

• pale

In the sentence 'The aroma of freshly baked cookies wafted through the house', what does 'wafted' (flotó) mean?

• To pass gently through the air

• To bake cookies

• To sing loudly

• To clean the house

Find an antonym for 'brave' in the sentence (antónimo de valiente): She was too cowardly to confront her fears.

• fearless

• daring

• courageous

• cowardly

What context clue helps you understand the meaning of 'elated' in the sentence (¿Qué pista de contexto te ayuda a entender el significado de "eufórico" en la oración?): Winning the competition made her feel elated?

• Experiencing fear or anxiety

• Feeling tired or exhausted

• Being indifferent or apathetic

• Extremely happy or joyful

Provide a synonym for 'abundant' in the sentence (sinonimo de abundante): The garden was abundant with colorful flowers.

• meager

• plentiful

• sparse

• scarce