Unit 2 Set B: Using Context P.31

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. The handwriting in the old letter was illegible, so I could barely make out the words.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence.Experts say that meditation is an effective way to sully your mind and ease anxious thoughts.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence.To compensate for my late arrival at my job this morning, I promised to work overtime.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. None of us believed that my sister would make a living wage as a pet stylist, but she has had a surprisingly lucrative career.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4D

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. As the earth’s natural resources continue to proliferate, we must increase our conservation efforts.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence.The quarterback was warned that if his grades continued to decline, he would face the possibility of expulsion from the football team.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.L.9-10.4D

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence. The politician who was originally considered the underdog impressed many during the debate by discrediting her opponent with unflinching confidence.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence.Shall we adjourn our conversation to the hallway so as not to disturb other patrons of the library?

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.3

CCSS.L.9-10.1

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence.The children were so well mannered and dissolute during the wedding ceremony that their parents praised their behavior.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.3

For each item, determine whether the boldface word makes sense in the context of the sentence.The softball player’s unintentional feint was a mistake that caused the team to lose the championship.

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.3