Context Clues Test Prep

Although Zachary is much too inexperienced for the managerial position, he is a willful young man and obdurately refuses to withdraw his application.

• foolishly

• reluctantly

• constantly

• stubbornly

Charles, aware of his susceptibility to gum disease, is diligent about flossing.

• uncomfortable

• excited

• thorough

• ambivalent

The spies conducted a covert operation.

• dangerous

• foreign

• hidden

• illegal

The detective's observations were so *astute* that he quickly solved the mystery.

• A) careless

• B) shrewd

• C) slow

• D) confused

The author's use of *vivid* imagery brought the scene to life.

• A) dull

• B) colorful

• C) vague

• D) simple

Despite the *brevity* of the meeting, all important topics were covered.

• A) length

• B) shortness

• C) complexity

• D) confusion

The *benevolent* king was loved by all his subjects.

• A) cruel

• B) kind

• C) selfish

• D) indifferent

Her *meticulous* attention to detail impressed her supervisor.

• A) careless

• B) thorough

• C) hasty

• D) indifferent

The *ominous* clouds suggested a storm was approaching.

• A) cheerful

• B) threatening

• C) harmless

• D) bright

The *elusive* thief was finally captured by the police.

• A) obvious

• B) slippery

• C) clumsy

• D) visible