I was so parched, I drank an entire glass of water in one gulp.

The most TRAGIC part of the movie was the war, which caused many people to lose their homes.

The delightful aroma of food cooking in the kitchen made my mouth water.

The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun.

The parking lot was so congested, it took half an hour to get out.

Pete was envious of his brother's new bicycle.

Mara was feeling apprehensive about the camping trip. She had never slept in a tent before. What if there were bears or mountain lions? 

Marcia is a novice soccer player. It is her first day of practice.

Brea and Elizabeth are having a dispute over which radio station to play at work. It would be so much simpler if they both liked the same kind of music.

A dispute is a __________.

I want you to weigh his words carefully. He seems sincere and presents his arguments well. There is, however, something that doesn’t quite ring true about the candidate.

What does “weigh” mean in the context of the selection?

Mr. Huge was very proud of his auto superstore. “We have such an extensive selection of cars,” he said, “so everyone should find a vehicle that he or she will love!”

The word “extensive” means __________.

Example: Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow.

What is the best meaning of the word nutritious?

"Unlike John's room, which was immaculate, Jeff's room was very messy."

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?

I think it would help our basketball team, if we allowed girls to play. I’ve seen how Patty has a knack for making the tough shots when they’re needed most. She wants to play on our team and we’d win more games with her help.

What does “knack” mean?

We have rather lofty expectations for you, son. You will attend college. You will become rich and famous. You will be elected president of the United States before you turn forty.

Which word is a synonym of “lofty”?

It’s a wonder to me how anyone can still be undecided about this election. These two candidates are certainly distinct. Each would lead our nation in opposite directions.

What does “distinct” mean?

Antonym: Some children were willing to play in the snow, but others were reluctant because it was so cold.

What is the best meaning of the word reluctant?

Select all that apply: For synonym context clues, the author may use signal words or phrases like...

Brea and Elizabeth are having a dispute over which radio station to play at work. It would be so much simpler if they both liked the same kind of music.

A dispute is a __________.

We remembered to bring all the provisions, such as water, food, and warm clothing on the hike.

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?

The news story was based on a letter that was a fabrication. Now the reporter who wrote the story is in big trouble.

Will anyone believe him again?

A fabrication is __________.

Many companies are downsizing, reducing the number of employees they have, in order to save money.

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?

Her quiet, timid ways made it hard for her to make friends.

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word.

A dog whistle makes a high-pitched sound that is only audible to dogs.

We are depleting the Earth's reserves of oil. Someday there will not be any left. 

Grandpa was in a jovial mood, making jokes and laughing at everything. 

In order to be eligible for the life guard program, participants had to take First Aid training and be advanced swimmers. 

Dan did not enjoy his job as a dishwasher. It was monotonous work, doing the same thing over and over.

The shallow river was usually easy for hikers to wade across. However, the recent heavy rains had turned it into a rushing torrent, too treacherous to cross. 

David knew that the advanced studies program was rigorous. It would require a great deal of reading and homework. Still, he felt he was up for the challenge. 

Select all that apply: For synonym context clues, the author may use signal words or phrases like...

Example: Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow.

What is the best meaning of the word nutritious?

"Unlike John's room, which was immaculate, Jeff's room was very messy."

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word?

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"?

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 antonym of “disperse”?

Her quiet, timid ways made it hard for her to make friends.

What type of context clue is used to help determine the meaning of the underlined word.

Synonym: There was pandemonium, or chaos among the fans when their team won the Super Bowl.

What is the best meaning for the word pandemonium?

Sunshine said, “Amber, why are you making such a big deal about Robert’s hair? Yes, he did dye it purple. It is rather unusual for a guy to have purple hair. On the other hand, it’s not exactly going to change the course of world history. It’s really quite a trivial matter.”

What does “trivial” mean?

Mr. Huge was very proud of his auto superstore. “We have such an extensive selection of cars,” he said, “so

everyone should find a vehicle that he or she will love!”

The word “extensive” means __________.

The news story was based on a letter that was a fabrication. Now the reporter who wrote the story is in big trouble.

Will anyone believe him again?

A fabrication is __________.