Context Clues

What is the name of the Context Clues acronyom we talked about in today's lesson?

• I.D.E.A.S

• I.D.E.A

• I.W.E.A.P

• L.O.L.Z

Joan thought it was futile to try to warn the children about climbing the rails because they kept on doing it the more she spoke.

In this context, what does the word "futile" mean?

• good

• useless

• determine

• helpless

His dad told him to be careful how he handles the knife, because of its fine edge.

In this context, what does the word "fine" mean?

• strong

• neat

• healthy

• sharp

The vendor made a handsome profit on Saturday because the goods he sold were in great demand.

In this context, what does the word "handsome" mean?

• fair

• good-looking

• pretty

• abundant

When he smiled and nodded at me, I knew that he had comprehended my words.

In this context, what does the word "comprehended" means?

• realized

• felt

• understood

• recognized

The plan he gave us had never been carried out. It was quite a perilous undertaking that was full of risks.

In this context, what does the word "perilous" mean?

• massive

• dangerous

• strange

• famous

About five miles from here, the two rivers merge to form one large river.

In this context, what does the word "merge" mean?

• run

• separate

• meet

• rush

Joseph is an amiable person; he has many friends and gets along well with everyone.

In this context, what does the word "amiable" mean?

• careful

• devoted

• sensible

• good-natured

It amazed him that so much noise could come out of such small, weak creatures.

In this context, what does the word "amazed" mean?

• pleased

• surprised

• disturbed

• worried

Many farmers are exposed to the dangers of lethal insecticides. Those who spray plants without adequate protection have been known to die from the effects.

In this context, what does the word "lethal" mean?

• dangerous

• effective

• deadly

• serious