Multiple Meaning Words Context Clues

I still have three more postcards to address.

• to speak to

• to put energy into doing something

• to write on an envelope where it should be delivered

• the location of a building

The house was after the dip in the road.

• to drop something into a liquid and then quickly take it out

• to make a candle by putting a wick into wax

• to take out of

• to drop suddenly

• a low spot

What does bolt mean in this sentence?
Elaine pulled back the rusty bolt, and the heavy door slowly opened.

• a flash of lightning

• to run away

• a sliding bar used to fasten a door

• to run very fast

Choose the word whose meaning fits both sentences:
* I wish you wouldn't _______ your voice.
* How much money did we __________ for our new club?

• lower

• raise

• spend

• collect

Choose the word whose meaning fits both sentences:
* You should always _______ an agreement with a handshake.
* Be sure you _____ the plastic storage bag, so it won't leak.

• seal

• clamp

• use

• fill

Which definition of stoop is used in the sentence below?

I never thought you would stoop so low in this campaign and resort to name calling," the candidate stated to his opponent.  

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

• Definition 4

Which definition of suit is used in the sentence below?
 
Sometimes Sam told the truth, but if the truth didn't suit him, he could always come up with a good lie.  

• Definition 1

• Definition 2

• Definition 3

• Definition 4

The word 'bark' can have multiple meanings. Which sentence uses 'bark' to mean the sound a dog makes?

• A) The tree's bark was rough to the touch.

• B) The dog's bark was loud and startled the neighbors.

• C) She used bark to cover the garden path.

• D) He decided to bark up the wrong tree.

In which sentence does the word 'light' mean 'not heavy'?

• A) The room was filled with light from the windows.

• B) She wore a light jacket on the cool evening.

• C) He decided to light the candle for dinner.

• D) The light turned green, and the cars moved forward.

What does the word 'spring' mean in this sentence? 'The athlete had a spring in his step after winning the race.'

• A) A season of the year

• B) A coiled piece of metal

• C) To jump or leap

• D) A source of water