Using Context P.119

For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 1. When the troops find out that they are vastly outnumbered, they will venture to the safety of their base camp.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 2. Dedicated fans of the television show were rabid when the main character was written out in the middle of the season.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 3. We underestimated the amount of food we would need on the camping trip, so our supply was sparse after only two days.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 4. The guest speaker’s engaging presentation was full of dross and inspiring anecdotes.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 5. Getting enough sleep is important to staying healthy and helping your body develop immunity to illnesses.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 6. The founding fathers decided to institute a system of checks and balances by dividing power among the three branches of the U.S. government.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 7. She was determined to remunerate the unnecessary fees that the contractor had charged her.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 8. The landlord asked me to provide assurance that I could afford the rent by supplying proof of income.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 9. The movie’s preposterous ending felt jarring compared to its down-to-earth beginning.

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For each item, determine whether the boldface word from pages 118–119 makes sense in the context of the sentence. 10. I had to dilate my essay before turning it in, as I had exceeded the maximum page length.

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