WorksheetsContext Clues L.6.4
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 4hrs 30mins
After I accidentally dropped my camera, we watched it plummet to the bottom of the ravine.
Which word give the BEST CLUE about the meaning of the underlined word?
camera
accidentally
dropped
They raised turkeys and ducks, as well as chickens, on their poultry farm.
What does the underlined word mean in this sentence?
domestic birds
large
grain
The _______ paced back and forth, making a convincing case before the jury.
judge
defendant
attorney
Kristian was so fastidious that she couldn't stand any clutter in her house at all.
Which word gives the BEST CLUE about the meaning of the underlined word?
stand
clutter
house
In this mystery, the _________ kept causing trouble for the main character.
projectionist
antagonist
protagonist
Juanita chose to avoid the man because of his irksome behavior.
Which word gives the BEST CLUE about the meaning of the underlined word?
behavior
avoid
chose
David proudly showed off the family heirloom, which was displayed in a fancy case,
What does the underlined word mean in this sentence?
a weaving loom
a meaningful item from family history
a fancy hair brush
Zander, watching the rain, wondered if there would ever be an end to this __________ weather.
inclement
balmy
desirable
Wanda was so affable that she was friends with everyone in the class.
What does the underlined word mean in this sentence?
friendly
excited
shy
The groomsmen looked handsome in their matching tuxedos and shoes.
What does the underlined word mean in this sentence?
uniforms
formal suits
T-shirts
The child was a true _______, always ignoring the rules and getting into trouble.
angel
maverick
pupil
The students gagged at the pungent smell.
Which word gives the BEST CLUE about the meaning of the underlined word?
students
smell
gagged
The woman _________ paced and chewed her fingernails.
nervously
agreeably
cheerfully
After being ignored for so long, Luis felt alienated from his classmates.
What does the underlined word mean in this sentence?
bored
loyalty
cut off
Belinda cried for hours; she was in abject misery.
What does the underlined word mean in this sentence?
extreme
unhappy
to cry
Despite Ron's humble manner, his fancy car and big office showed him to be a tycoon.
What does the underlined word mean in this sentence?
powerful businessman
carless driver
manager
Sue pulled a colander from the drawer to drain the noodles.
Which word gives the BEST CLUE about the meaning of the underlined word?
drain
pulled
drawer
Ted hasn't bee able to speak since he had surgery on his larynx.
Which word gives the BEST CLUE about the meaning of the underlined word?
surgery
speak
since
Sheri envied her gentle mother's ______ manner.
nervous
serene
boring
The angry crowd was shocked at his inflammatory comments.
What does the underlined word mean in this sentence?
boring
amusing
upsetting
Even with the fans running, the room was sweltering.
Which word gives the BEST CLUE about the meaning fo the underlined word?
room
fans
running
