Mastering Context Clues

What is a synonym for 'happy' in the sentence: 'She felt joyful when she received the gift.'?

• sad

• angry

• joyful

• bored

In the sentence 'The storm was fierce and caused a lot of damage,' what does 'fierce' mean?

• weak and ineffective

• calm and peaceful

• gentle and soothing

• intense and violent

Find a synonym for 'quick' in the sentence: 'He made a rapid decision to leave.'

• swift

• slow

• delayed

• leisurely

What does the word 'ancient' mean in the context of this sentence: 'The ancient ruins were fascinating to explore.'?

• Moderately old

• Recently discovered

• Common and ordinary

• Very old or from a long time ago.

Identify a synonym for 'difficult' in the sentence: 'The math problem was challenging for the students.'

• straightforward

• easy

• simple

• hard

In the sentence 'The aroma of the cookies filled the room,' what does 'aroma' mean?

• pleasant smell

• sweet taste

• unpleasant odor

• bitter flavor

What is a synonym for 'brave' in the sentence: 'The courageous firefighter saved the cat from the tree.'?

• cowardly

• courageous

• timid

• fearful

Determine the meaning of 'glistening' in the sentence: 'The sun was glistening on the water.'

• The sun was setting on the horizon.

• The sun was shining brightly and creating a sparkling effect on the water.

• The water was calm and still.

• The sun was hidden behind the clouds.

Find a synonym for 'angry' in the sentence: 'He was furious when he lost the game.'

• furious

• excited

• happy

• calm

What does 'exhausted' mean in the context of this sentence: 'After the long hike, I felt completely exhausted.'

• Experiencing a sense of excitement and joy.

• Being in a state of deep relaxation.

• Feeling extremely tired or fatigued.

• Feeling energized and ready to continue.