Understanding Words in Context

What is the meaning of the word "meticulous" as used in the sentence: "She was meticulous in her work, ensuring every detail was perfect"?

• Careless

• Thorough

• Quick

• Lazy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Using context clues, what does the word "elated" mean in the sentence: "He was elated when he heard the good news"?

• Sad

• Angry

• Overjoyed

• Confused

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

Determine the meaning of the word "benevolent" using the context: "The benevolent king was loved by all his subjects."

• Cruel

• Kind

• Wealthy

• Powerful

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What is the meaning of the word "audible" as used in the sentence: "The sound was barely audible over the noise of the crowd"?

• Visible

• Loud

• Able to be heard

• Silent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Determine the meaning of the word "translucent" using context: "The translucent curtains let in a soft, diffused light."

• Opaque

• Transparent

• Allowing light to pass through but not detailed shapes

• Reflective

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Using context clues, what does the word "serene" mean in the sentence: "The serene lake was a perfect spot for meditation"?

• Calm

• Noisy

• Dark

• Chaotic

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

What does the word "arduous" mean in the sentence: "The hike up the mountain was arduous, but the view was worth it"?

• Relaxing

• Short

• Challenging

• Easy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Using context clues, what does the word "melancholy" mean in the sentence: "She felt a sense of melancholy as the summer came to an end"?

• Anger

• Excitement

• Sadness

• Joy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Determine the meaning of the word "vivacious" using the context: "Her vivacious personality made her the life of the party."

• Serious

• Quiet

• Lively

• Dull

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What does the word "gregarious" mean in the sentence: "He was a gregarious person, always surrounded by friends"?

• Friendly

• Reserved

• Shy

• Lonely

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F