Context Clues Quiz

I have always been envious of Jenny. Everyone likes her and she has so many friends.

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Jealous

• Hated

• Like

• Unfriendly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.4.6

As a butterfly crawl out of the cocoon, it began to unfurl it's wings. The insect eventually flew away.

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Two

• Lesson

• Roll up

• Unfold

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

My grandmothers house had a distinct smell. It reminded me of a combination of her perfume and bacon.

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Hazy

• Vague

• Recognizable

• Horrid

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

My new car was not the exact style I wanted, but it was very economical. I spent less on gas when driving to work, and it could stow my golf clubs and mountain bike.

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Unreasonable

• Cost-efficient

• Fancy

• Inefficient

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

The plumber explained my drain pipe was faulty. It had a slow leak and the damage would cost me a pretty penny.

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Thick

• Accurate

• Flawless

• Defective

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

I smiled while thumbing through the travel brochure. I wanted to go to all the stops that were pictured on my vacation.

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Pamphlet

• Album

• Text

• Plane ticket

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

I stared up at the cathedral ceiling. It was beautiful. It had high arches and artwork that was very intricate.

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Sanctuary

• White

• Tall

• Flat

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

The beach house was designed to withstand a hurricane. Although the owner knew this information, he was still scared during the storm.

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Surrender

• Hide

• Resist

• Break

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

I told my mom that I had given her all of my Halloween candy, although I hid some of it in my room. I knew this was a deceitful act, but knew she wouldn't let me eat the candy until after dinner.

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

• Honest

• Authentic

• Deceptive

• Hungry

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.4.6

The chef had been trying to master the new entree for weeks. He finally made his big reveal of the platter at the dinner party. The guests ate it all

• Conceal

• Food

• Publish

• Practice

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E