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WorksheetsContext Clues
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 5hrs 0mins
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Class
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1.
What is the closest synonym for "context?"
a)
synonym
b)
definition
c)
setting
d)
theme
2.
"The judge issued an injunction that ordered the accused criminal to remain under house arrest." what is the best synonym for "injunction?"
a)
official command
b)
question
c)
crime
d)
guilty verdict
3.
"While the people of Guilder were forced to read propaganda, the citizens of Florin were able to read honest, fact-based news reporting." In this example, the word "propaganda" can be defined through:
a)
homophones
b)
homonyms
c)
synonyms
d)
antonyms
4.
"Unlike the other candidates, who stammered and stuttered through their speeches, Lilli was eloquent." What is the best definition of "eloquent?"
a)
well-spoken
b)
musical
c)
quick witted
d)
intelligent
5.
"We accept $10 bills, $20 bills, and any other denomination you might have." What does "denomination" mean in this context?
a)
credit card
b)
value of money
c)
loan
d)
form of currency
6.
"Voldemort was a malevolent force in the world -- cruel, violent, and evil." In the previous sentence, you can define the word "malevolent" through the use of:
a)
antonyms
b)
synonyms
c)
homonyms
d)
homophones
7.
Imperialism flourished in the 19th century, as the British took control of India and Belgium seized the Congo." What does "imperialism" mean?
a)
When one country declares war on another
b)
When two countries form a partnership
c)
When a country declares its independence
d)
When one country takes over another
8.
The words "climatic" and "climactic" have similar ___ but different ___.
a)
sounds; meanings
b)
synonyms; antonyms
c)
spellings; sounds
d)
meanings; spellings
9.
"King Max was known for his benevolence. He was said to be the ___, gentlest, and most generous man in the kingdom." what word might fit in the blank?
a)
happiest
b)
richest
c)
handomest
d)
nicest
10.
"The performers diverted the guests with a variety of jokes and songs." What's an antonym for "diverted?"
a)
entertained
b)
bored
c)
satisfied
d)
punctured
11.
What type of context clues use similar words to help with the meaning of an unknown word?
a)
Antonyms
b)
Synonyms
c)
Examples
d)
HDefinitions
12.
Comparing something opposite is using what type of clues?
a)
Antonyms
b)
Synonyms
c)
Examples
d)
Definitions
13.
Telling what a word means within the sentence is an example of what type of context clue?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
14.
Violence, whether it is hitting, kicking, or punching, is not tolerated at school.
This uses which type of context clue?
This uses which type of context clue?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
15.
We had so much fun at the party! Everyone had a terrific time.
This is an example of which type of context clue?
This is an example of which type of context clue?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
16.
Mr. James wants us to be prompt in the mornings, not late.
Which type of context clue is used?
Which type of context clue is used?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
17.
An Army uniform has symbols on it. These emblems show what the person has done in the Army.
What type of context clue is this?
What type of context clue is this?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
18.
Brianna was uncertain about the question, but she gave her answer as though she was sure of it.
Which type of context clue is used here?
Which type of context clue is used here?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
19.
Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food.
Which type of context clue is being used?
Which type of context clue is being used?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
20.
The store specializes in cutlery, such as forks and knives, that has unique designs.
Which type of context clue is being used?
Which type of context clue is being used?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
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