Context Clues Vocabulary Activity - DOK Level 4

The historian had to corroborate the facts by cross-checking multiple sources before publishing her findings.

• Disprove

• Confirm with evidence

• Ignore

• Change

After observing the chemical reaction, the students were asked to extrapolate what might happen if the experiment were conducted with different materials.

• Predict based on evidence

• Dismiss the outcome

• Copy the results

• Repeat the experiment

The architect designed a sustainable building that could generate its own energy and minimize waste.

• Temporary and weak

• Able to last and support itself

• Extremely expensive

• Designed for appearance only

The author’s use of symbolism was so nuanced that it took a deep analysis of the text to fully understand its meaning.

• Subtle and complex

• Unimportant

• Easy to understand

• Bright and colorful

To truly understand the consequences of pollution, one must synthesize information from scientific studies, personal experiences, and historical events.

• Break down into parts

• Combine elements to create a new understanding

• Ignore conflicting data

• Focus only on one source

The lawyer’s argument was so compelling that the jury was convinced beyond a doubt of the defendant’s innocence.

• Weak and boring

• Forceful and persuasive

• Confusing and unclear

• Short and simple

The detective had to scrutinize the crime scene carefully to find the hidden clue that would solve the case.

• Quickly glance at

• Thoroughly examine

• Walk past without noticing

• Change

After reviewing multiple economic models, the team had to reconcile the differences between the theories to form a clear conclusion.

• Compare and resolve conflicts

• Ignore the contradictions

• Choose only one model

• Completely discard the theories

Despite the paradox of needing experience to get a job but needing a job to gain experience, Jamie found an internship that helped him advance his career.

• A situation that seems contradictory but may be true

• A simple problem with an easy solution

• A common mistake

• A false belief

The scientist’s findings were so prolific that they contributed to multiple fields of study, influencing research in medicine, technology, and environmental science.

• Highly productive and abundant

• Unimportant

• Extremely confusing

• Unrelated to science