House Arrest 44-47 Context Clues

What does the word "surgeon" most likely mean in this sentence?

• A type of nurse who helps doctors

• A doctor who performs operations

• A therapist for emotional health

• A medical student learning surgery

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does the word "consultation" most likely mean in this sentence?

• A family meeting to discuss their plans

• A therapy session to help them cope

• A meeting with doctors to talk about Levi’s surgery

• A phone call with relatives

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

Based on the context, what does "implore" most likely mean in this sentence?

• To calmly explain a situation

• To demand strongly

• To beg or plead desperately

• To argue with someone

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does the word "frantic" mean in this sentence?

• Calm and relaxed

• Very worried and hurried

• Happy and excited

• Tired and sleepy

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does the word "optimistic" most likely mean in this sentence? "Dr. Sawyer is optimistic about Levi’s recovery, even if it will take time."

• Angry about the situation

• Hopeful and positive

• Uncertain and doubtful

• Worried about the future

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does the word "dismal" mean in this sentence? "The hospital room is so dismal, like all the happiness has been drained out of it."

• Bright and cheerful

• Gloomy and depressing

• Clean and quiet

• Chaotic and disorganized

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

Based on the context, what does "futile" most likely mean in this sentence? "It feels futile to keep hoping when everything seems to go wrong."

• Worthwhile and effective

• Pointless or useless

• Helpful and encouraging

• Exciting and new

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does the word "devastation" most likely mean in this sentence? "The devastation on Mom’s face when she heard the news was unbearable."

• A sense of joy

• Mild frustration

• Complete shock and overwhelming sadness

• A feeling of confusion

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does the word "grueling" most likely mean in this sentence? "The surgery will be grueling, lasting over ten hours."

• Easy and quick

• Fun and enjoyable

• Exhausting and difficult

• Simple and straightforward

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

What does the word "precision" most likely mean in this sentence? "The surgeon talks about the importance of precision during the operation."

• Making guesses

• Careful and accurate work

• Using a lot of force

• Being fast and efficient

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4