Context Clues

Read the following sentence:

"The abandoned house was derelict, with broken windows and crumbling walls that had been neglected for years."

Based on the context, what does the word "derelict" most likely mean?

• well-maintained and pristine
• recently renovated and occupied
• abandoned but structurally sound
• neglected and in poor condition

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Sentence:
The manager’s response was curt, barely a few words, leaving everyone feeling dismissed.

Question:
Based on the context, what does the word "curt" most likely mean?

• friendly and warm
• brief and abrupt
• lengthy and detailed
• confusing and unclear

Sentence:
The storm was imminent, and dark clouds began gathering quickly over the horizon.

Question:
Based on the context, what does the word "imminent" most likely mean?

• happening in the distant future
• not likely to occur
• happened recently

• happening soon

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Sentence:
The artist's work was meticulous, with every detail carefully crafted and precise.

Question:
Based on the context, what does the word "meticulous" most likely mean?

• careless and haphazard

• detailed and precise

• quick and sloppy

• random and unplanned

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Sentence:
The decision was inevitable, given the circumstances and lack of alternatives.

Question:
Based on the context, what does the word "inevitable" most likely mean?

• avoidable and preventable

• unexpected and surprising

• certain and unavoidable

• optional and voluntary

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Sentence:
The explanation was lucid, making the complex topic easy to understand.

Question:
Based on the context, what does the word "lucid" most likely mean?

• confusing and unclear

• clear and easy to understand

• vague and ambiguous

• complicated and intricate

Sentence:
The atmosphere at the meeting was congenial, with everyone feeling comfortable and at ease.

Question:
Based on the context, what does the word "congenial" most likely mean?

• hostile and unfriendly

• pleasant and friendly

• tense and awkward

• formal and reserved

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Sentence:
The instructions were ambiguous, leading to confusion among the team members.

Question:
Based on the context, what does the word "ambiguous" most likely mean?

• clear and straightforward

• vague and unclear

• detailed and specific

• simple and easy

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Sentence:
The scientist's explanation was convoluted, leaving the audience puzzled and unsure.

Question:
Based on the context, what does the word "convoluted" most likely mean?

• simple and straightforward

• complex and difficult to follow

• brief and concise

• clear and direct

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Sentence:
The athlete's performance was exemplary, setting a standard for others to follow.

Question:
Based on the context, what does the word "exemplary" most likely mean?

• mediocre and average

• outstanding and commendable

• poor and disappointing

• unremarkable and ordinary