Vocabulary Context Clues Quiz

The baby became irritable when she missed her nap.

• Happy

• Grumpy

• Excited

• Calm

The desert is a barren place, with very few plants or animals.

• Empty

• Lush

• Busy

• Warm

The storm made the waters of the lake very turbulent, tossing the boats around dangerously.

• Calm

• Clear

• Rough

• Shallow

John was so engrossed in the book that he didn’t hear his mom calling him for dinner.

• Bored

• Interested

• Distracted

• Irritated

The flowers started to wilt under the heat of the summer sun.

• Stand tall

• Grow quickly

• Droop

• Change color

After a long, grueling hike, we finally reached the top of the mountain.

• Fun

• Easy

• Relaxing

• Exhausting

The dog was cautious around the strangers, barking but not getting too close.

• Careful

• Aggressive

• Friendly

• Playful

The frigid wind cut through our jackets, making it hard to stay warm.

• Cold

• Hot

• Mild

• Soft

The cat was agile, jumping gracefully from the couch to the table.

• Clumsy

• Quick

• Lazy

• Nervous

The puzzle was so intricate that it took us hours to solve.

• Easy

• Complicated

• Short

• Fun