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Context Clue: Making sense out of unknown words

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Margaret had ambivalent feelings about attending the concert. She knew she’d enjoy the music, but she didn’t really want to go out in the rainy weather.

Choose the correct definition of the word in italics.

a)

mixed

b)

angry

c)

distrustful

2.

Unlike my parents, who love classical music, I detest it.

Choose the best definition of the word in italics.

a)

love

b)

hate

c)

perform

3.

Regular exercise is beneficial to your body, but too much exercise is not good for you.

Identify the meaning of the word in italics.

a)

helpful

b)

harmful

c)

pleasant

4.

The abandoned house was infested with vermin, including rats, fleas, and cockroaches.

Identify the correct meaning of the word in italics.

a)

pests

b)

animals

c)

insects

5.

Mary sneered at the ugly sweater. “Wow,” she said. “That is just hideous.”

Identify the correct meaning of the word in italics.

a)

expensive

b)

cheap

c)

unattractive

6.

Timothy cleaned his room so thoroughly that not a single particle of dust remained. Nothing was out of place, nor was there even the smallest bit of dirt or grime on any surface. Identify the meaning of the word in italics.

a)

small amount

b)

package

c)

leftover

7.

The pudgy baby panda bear looked chubby and round.

Identify the meaning of the word in italics.

a)

plump

b)

thin

c)

black and white

8.

Many people say I am very different from my twin sister. She is reticent, while I am very friendly and outgoing.

a)

rude

b)

shy

c)

nervous

9.

The sanitation department collects refuse, such as old furniture, empty boxes, and anything else that can’t be recycled.

Identify the meaning of the word in italics.

a)

second hand goods

b)

garbage

c)

leftovers

10.

Mr. Johnson owned a haberdashery where he sold men’s suits, shirts, and ties.

Identify the defintion of the word in italics.

a)

hat store

b)

department store

c)

men's clothing store