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Context Clues

Authored by Gracie Anderson

English

3rd Grade

CCSS covered

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Context Clues
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Emma was feeling very nervous about her first piano recital. Her hands were shaking, and she felt a bit sick to her stomach. Her mom noticed and said in a gentle voice, "It’s okay, Emma. You’ve practiced so hard; you’re going to do great!" Her mom’s calm words reassured her, and Emma felt a little better.

In these sentences, the word _____________ helps the reader understand that "reassured" means to make someone feel less worried.

calm

recital

stomach

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Liam looked out the window and sighed. The rain was pouring down, and he could see the dark clouds filling the sky. "It looks like a gloomy day," he said, feeling a little sad that he couldn’t go outside to play.

In these sentences, the word ________ helps the reader understand that "gloomy" means dull and a little sad.

dark

window

outside

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

3.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Sofia carefully observed the butterfly as it landed gently on a flower. She stayed very still, watching its delicate wings move slowly. The butterfly’s fragile wings were thin and almost see-through, like tissue paper.

In these sentences, the word (a)   helps the reader understand that "fragile" means very delicate or easily broken.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

4.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

It was a hot summer day, and the sun was blazing down on the playground. Ben was exhausted from running, and he decided to take a long gulp of water to refresh himself. After drinking, he felt reenergized.

In these sentences, the word (a)   helps the reader understand that "refresh" means to make someone feel less tired.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

5.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

As Mia walked into the new school, she felt uneasy. She didn’t know anyone and felt out of place. A friendly classmate came up to her and gave her a big smile, helping to relieve her worries.

In these sentences, the word (a)   helps the reader understand that "relieve" means to make someone feel less worried.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

6.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The old dog lay down slowly and rested his head on his paws. His breathing was slow and quiet, and he seemed very peaceful. The family whispered and moved carefully, not wanting to disturb him.

In these sentences, the word (a)   helps the reader understand that "peaceful" means calm and undisturbed.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

7.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

As the team listened to their coach, they felt inspired. She spoke with great excitement and encouraged them to do their best, which lifted their spirits.

In these sentences, the word (a)   helps the reader understand that "inspired" means filled with the desire to do something.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

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