Context Clues

What is the meaning of the word in blue text?
Julia had a difficult time trudging up the snowy hill with her textbook laden book bag.

• heavily loaded 
• light

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word in blue? 
Though Kathy and I are both technically store clerks, Kathy is always trying to tell me what to do because of her imperious nature. 

• bossy
• easy-going

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word in blue?
This magical sword is called Everest-Tooth because it was forged on the mountain from which its name is derived.

• Broken
• Created

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word in blue?
I am disappointed that Kyle declined our offer to sit in the dunk tank. Now who will dress up like a clown and sit still while people throw balls at him or her?

• A
  Agreed upon
• Disagreed upon

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the meaning of the word in blue text?
 
You must not be indiscriminate when you are shopping for shoes. Carefully consider which shoes will be best for you before making your purchase.

• indecisive
• careful

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of the blue word?
John tried to catch his breath for a minute before he attempted the arduous climb up the peak of the mountain.

• easy
• difficult 

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the meaning of the word in blue text?
Brenda was trying to study for her chemistry final when she was overcome by the spontaneous urge to go on a bike ride, but the urge passed as suddenly as it came. 

• sudden urge
• strong urge

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the meaning of the word in blue?
He wanted to climb the lofty coconut tree to retrieve the nourishing fruit, but he was too afraid of heights.

• Tall
• Short

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the meaning of the word in blue?
Ms. Witherspoon was shocked that the snickering bill collector was brazen enough to rest his feet on the antique grand piano, with his shoes on of all things, while she ran to get her checkbook. 

• Confident 
• Not Confident 

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is the meaning of the word in blue text? 
Ronald hated the detention room because it was absolutely devoid of warmth and cheer

• entirely lacking or free from
• covered in 

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4