Context Clues
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The storm was so ferocious that even the trees bent under the weight of the wind and rain.
What does the word 'ferocious' most likely mean as used in the sentence?
A. Gentle and calm
B. Wild and intense
C. Light and breezy
D. Cold and damp
Tags
CCSS.L.1.5D
CCSS.L.2.5B
CCSS.L.3.5C
CCSS.L.K.5D
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Despite his 'reluctance', Jordan finally agreed to join the team after much persuasion.
What does the word 'reluctance' mean in the sentence?
A. Confidence
B. Abating
C. Hesitation
D. Confusion
Tags
CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The abandoned house gave off an eerie feeling, as if someone were watching from the shadows.
What does 'eerie' most likely mean?
Cozy and warm
Strange and frightening
Loud and cheerful
Bright and inviting
Tags
CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RL.1.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Lila’s room was so immaculate that not a single book or pencil was out of place.
What does the word 'immaculate' mean in this sentence?
A. Dirty and messy
B. Colorful and bright
C. Neat and spotless
D. Large and empty
Tags
CCSS.L.1.5D
CCSS.L.2.5B
CCSS.L.3.5C
CCSS.L.K.5D
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The scientist's theory was too convoluted for the students to understand without a detailed explanation.
What is the meaning of the word 'convoluted'?
A. Complex and confusing
B. Simple and clear
C. Correct and proven
D. New and innovative
Tags
CCSS.L.1.5D
CCSS.L.2.5B
CCSS.L.3.5C
CCSS.L.K.5D
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Her voice was barely audible over the sound of the crowd cheering in the stadium.
What does 'audible' most likely mean in this sentence?
Heard
Ignored
Drowned
Whispered
Tags
CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RL.1.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The town gathered in the square to commemorate the veterans who served their country.
What does the word 'commemorate' mean in this sentence?
Disregard
Celebrate
Silence
Question
Tags
CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
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