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WorksheetsUsing Context Clues
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 11mins
Which words clue you in to the meaning of the word in bold font? (Choose 2)
The young detective's perceptive observation skills allowed her to notice even the tiniest details, like a hawk spotting its prey from high above.
high above
notice the tiniest details
observation skills
allowed her to
Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the word in bold font?
The young detective's perceptive observation skills allowed her to notice even the tiniest details, like a hawk spotting its prey from high above.
able to climb trees and troll the hawks who live in them
detailed and intricate
very small
Able to notice something easily / quickly
Which words clue you in to the meaning of the word in bold font? (Choose all that apply)
Sarah's friendly and gregarious nature made her a favorite among classmates, as she was always eager to join group activities and strike up conversations.
friendly
favorite
classmates
eager
Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the word in bold font?
Sarah's friendly and gregarious nature made her a favorite among classmates, as she was always eager to join group activities and strike up conversations.
loner; avoids being with other people
sociable; enjoys being with other people
rude and obnoxious
beautiful and poised
Which words clue you in to the meaning of the word in bold font? (Choose 2)
The old oak tree stood as a resilient testament to time, weathering countless storms and remaining strong against the forces of nature.
remaining strong
forces of nature
weathering countless storms
oak tree
Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the word in bold font?
The old oak tree stood as a resilient testament to time, weathering countless storms and remaining strong against the forces of nature.
sad and stately
able to withstand difficult conditions
silent and frightening
able to grow tall
Which words clue you in to the meaning of the word in bold font? (Choose 2)
Despite his initial shyness, James's effervescent personality shone through when he enthusiastically shared stories and jokes with his friends.
Despite his initial shyness
personality
enthusiastically shared stories and jokes
with his friends
Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the word in bold font?
Despite his initial shyness, James's effervescent personality shone through when he energetically shared stories and jokes with his friends.
wise and thoughtful
bold & courageous
shy & timid
bubbly & enthusiastic
Which words clue you in to the meaning of the word in bold font? (Choose 2)
The factory's automation process drastically increased production efficiency by using robots and machines to perform tasks that were previously done by hand.
process, drastically
the factory's
using robots and machines
previously done by hand
Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the word in bold font?
The factory's automation process drastically increased production efficiency by using robots and machines to perform tasks that were previously done by hand.
the use of technology to minimize human effort
the use of factories to produce large items
the use of robots to deliver food
the use of human hands to produce factory goods
Which words clue you in to the meaning of the word in bold font? (Choose 2)
The ambiguous ending of the novel left readers debating its meaning, as it could be interpreted in various ways depending on one's perspective.
left readers debating its meaning
ending of the novel
it could be interpreted in various ways
readers
Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the word in bold font?
The ambiguous ending of the novel left readers debating its meaning, as it could be interpreted in various ways depending on one's perspective.
quick and painless
doubtful or uncertain
surprising or sudden
weird and awkward
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, __________.
it is fuzzy
it is everywhere
it costs too much money
it causes rashes
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” ?
Something that causes physical pain.
An early flag.
Skirts that did not cover ankles.
The right to vote.
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"?
Family
Useful
Dangerous
Secret
Define "connotative meaning."
the literal, dictionary definition
the feeling or ideas people might connect with the word
the unknown meaning of a word
a guess based on evidence
Define "denotative meaning."
the musical meaning of a word
the unknown meaning of a word
the feeling or ideas people might connect with the word
the literal, dictionary definition of a word
Define "inference."
a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence
a random guess
the literal, dictionary definition of a word
getting in someone's way
What is an affix? (choose 2)
a prefix or suffix
letters placed at the beginning or end of a root word to change its meaning
a gross bug with wings
a root word
Which option shows a growth mindset?
I give up.
I hate this.
This is too hard.
I'll keep trying, and learn from my mistakes.
