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WorksheetsContext Clues 2
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
The subject of their inquiry was arthropods, and the students were encouraged to dig up as much information as they could on the subject.
a)
investigation
b)
question
c)
report
d)
essay
2.
While my maternal grandfather is stern and grumpy, my maternal grandmother is quite jovial.
a)
demanding
b)
irritable
c)
serious
d)
cheerful
3.
After two weeks on a celery diet, the chocolate cake on the kitchen counter beckoned to me.
a)
called
b)
silenced
c)
interested
d)
disgusted
4.
We did our best to do what we were told, and to be quiet and clean, but still we managed to vex our mother.
a)
disappoint
b)
cheer up
c)
irritate
d)
compliment
5.
Though I tried very hard to feign indifference, I was desperate to be included.
a)
display
b)
fake
c)
hide
d)
invent
6.
No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Almost every portable device is being made with an Internet connection. Most new TVs and many other appliances come with Internet connections as well. The Internet is truly ubiquitous.
If something is ubiquitous, __________.
If something is ubiquitous, __________.
a)
it is fuzzy and will bite you
b)
it is everywhere
c)
it costs too much money
d)
it causes rashes
7.
Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your chances of winning!
In the above context, what does “rash” mean?
In the above context, what does “rash” mean?
a)
an itchy skin irritation
b)
funny
c)
trying to disguise or hide
d)
with little thought or consideration
8.
Some people are always bashing the president just like others bashed the one before him. Wouldn't you think that everyone could find something to praise him for, at least once in a while?
What does “bashing” mean in the above selection?
What does “bashing” mean in the above selection?
a)
hitting hard with a heavy tool
b)
going to too many expensive parties
c)
speaking or writing harshly about
d)
voting for a different candidate
9.
Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life saving research.
What does “esteemed” mean?
What does “esteemed” mean?
a)
held over boiling water
b)
very old
c)
unable to chew gum
d)
greatly admired
10.
I believe that if you lower taxes so that people can keep more of the money they earn, it will be an incentive for them to work harder.
What is the meaning of “incentive”? __________.
What is the meaning of “incentive”? __________.
a)
a reason to do something
b)
a small amount of money
c)
a tax
d)
a good job
11.
Most of America's Founding Fathers did not believe in women's suffrage. Only men could vote in the United states until 1920.
What is “suffrage” ?
What is “suffrage” ?
a)
something that causes physical pain
b)
an early flag
c)
skirts that did not cover ankles
d)
the right to vote
12.
Some people are sure that the new health care law will mean better care for everyone. Others argue that the law will mean less care and longer waiting lines for those who need to see doctors. It's a controversy that will not go away soon.
A controversy is something that people _______.
A controversy is something that people _______.
a)
have strong disagreements over
b)
blow their noses into
c)
need to pay for a visit to a doctor
d)
eat with sweet candy
13.
In the early 1600s, a dangerous trip across the Atlantic Ocean was a daunting idea. The Europeans, who would someday be known as the Pilgrims, must have been a very determined and brave group of settlers.
A daunting task is one that would _______ someone.
A daunting task is one that would _______ someone.
a)
tickle
b)
amuse
c)
lose or misplace
d)
frighten or intimidate
14.
Christmas is a time when Dad reverts to his childhood. I really think he looks forward to Santa’s visit more than any other member of the family. Mom says that he’ll always be a child during this season.
What does “reverts” mean in the above passage?
What does “reverts” mean in the above passage?
a)
stands up straight
b)
peeks at presents
c)
drinks too much egg nog
d)
goes back to being what he was
15.
Fortunately, the explosion diverted the asteroid from a course that would have sent it hurdling into our planet.
To divert is to _______.
To divert is to _______.
a)
change the direction of
b)
look for really high waves
c)
jump into a dry river
d)
look through a telescope
16.
Using IQ tests and MRI brain scans, researchers have found that the measurable intelligence of teenagers can rise and fall over time. We used to believe that intelligence was static. But now, because of new studies, we know that teens and even fully mature adults can grow more brain cells when needed.
a)
noise
b)
not changing
c)
moldy
d)
unreal
17.
If you don't curtail your spending, you'll be broke in no time at all!
Which word is a synonym of "curtail"?
Which word is a synonym of "curtail"?
a)
reduce
b)
follow
c)
behind
d)
buy
18.
No word must ever leak out about this military action! It has to be a clandestine operation in order to succeed.
Which word is a synonym of "clandestine"?
Which word is a synonym of "clandestine"?
a)
family
b)
useful
c)
dangerous
d)
secret
19.
.Fortunately, the dizzy spell was transient. He was able to continue playing within seconds and had no trouble winning the match.
When you describe an event as “transient,” you are saying that __________.
When you describe an event as “transient,” you are saying that __________.
a)
it sounds like a train
b)
it is quite harmful
c)
it helps you win
d)
it doesn't last long
20.
When they heard the good news about the court’s decision, the angry crowd cheered and then began to disperse. “It looks like everyone is going home,” one reporter stated.
Which would be the opposite of “disperse”?
Which would be the opposite of “disperse”?
a)
come together
b)
smile
c)
fly like a bird
d)
sing
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