Context Clues

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

His arrogance was apparent when he claimed he could finish the project without anyone’s help.

What does 'arrogance' most likely mean?

• A. Prideful attitude

• B. Careful planning

• C. Quiet determination

• D. Sudden anger

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

The magician’s final trick left the audience in a state of bewilderment, unable to explain what they saw.

What does the word 'bewilderment' mean in this sentence?

• A. Confusion

• B. Boredom

• C. Anger

• D. Joy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

After a week of intense training, the athlete’s stamina allowed her to finish the race without slowing down.

What does 'stamina' most likely refer to?

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4