Context Clues Quiz for Grade 6

Read the sentence: "The ancient castle was surrounded by a deep, murky moat." What does the word "moat" most likely mean as used in the sentence?

• A type of flag

• A deep, wide ditch filled with water

• A tall tower

• A secret passage

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Read the sentence: "After the long hike, Maria was famished and couldn't wait to eat." What does "famished" mean?

• Very tired

• Very hungry

• Very happy

• Very cold

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Read the sentence: "The teacher commended the students for their hard work." What does "commended" mean in this sentence?

• Ignored

• Praised

• Punished

• Questioned

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Read the sentence: "The scientist observed the peculiar behavior of the animal." What does "peculiar" mean?

• Usual

• Strange

• Dangerous

• Fast

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Read the sentence: "The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen." What does "aroma" mean?

• Sound

• Smell

• Color

• Shape

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Read the sentence: "The students were reluctant to leave the playground." What does "reluctant" mean?

• Eager

• Unwilling

• Excited

• Ready

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Read the sentence: "The magician's trick baffled the audience." What does "baffled" mean?

• Entertained

• Confused

• Scared

• Annoyed

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Read the sentence: "The old photograph was faded and barely visible." What does "faded" mean?

• Bright

• Colorful

• Lost color

• Torn

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Read the sentence: "The athlete's stamina allowed her to finish the marathon." What does "stamina" mean?

• Strength to keep going

• Speed

• Height

• Skill

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Read the sentence: "The detective scrutinized the evidence carefully." What does "scrutinized" mean?

• Ignored

• Examined closely

• Threw away

• Hid

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