Context Clues Quiz

During the school play, Harper romped across the stage. What is one possible definition of the word romped?

• stomped angrily

• danced playfully

• cleaned thoroughly

• yelled loudly

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Because the sun is out and the day is searing, Justin decided to go inside and play. What does the word "searing" mean?

• Sunny

• Wet

• Hot

• Windy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

While exploring a dense forest, Sarah said the foliage was so thick, she could barely see the sky. What does "foliage" mean in this context?

• Animals

• Buildings

• Leaves and branches of plants

• The weather

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

In the story, the rabbit was described as very cunning. He tricked the fox into giving him all the food. What does "cunning" mean?

• Slow and careful

• Clever in a deceitful way

• Very hungry

• Friendly and generous

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

The teacher said, "If you study hard, your knowledge will blossom like a flower in spring." What does "blossom" mean in this context?

• To wilt or die

• To grow or develop

• To change colors

• To move to a different place

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

During the hot summer day, the pavement was described as a frying pan. What does this comparison suggest about the pavement?

• It was very cold

• It was slippery

• It was very hot

• It was wet

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

The author wrote that the abandoned house at the end of the street stood like a lonely sentinel. What does "sentinel" mean in this context?

• A bright light

• A guard or watchman

• A type of tree

• A noisy crowd

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

In the book, it said the chef's new dish was a hit and that everyone found it delectable. What does "delectable" mean?

• Disgusting

• Delicious

• Boring

• Expensive

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The athlete ran like the wind during the final stretch of the race. What does "ran like the wind" imply about the athlete's speed?

• He ran very slowly.

• He ran with great speed.

• He ran back and forth.

• He ran while carrying something heavy.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

After the long journey, they found the treasure hidden in a nook of the ancient castle. What is a "nook" in this context?

• A large room

• A small, secluded corner

• The top of a tower

• A hidden door

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C