2. 2. That song, for instance, has no good qualities; it is devoid of melody, rhythm, and interesting lyrics.

What does devoid mean?

3. 3. A glass of warm milk before bedtime often has a soporific effect; consequently, you may fall asleep more easily.

What kind of context clue is used here?

4. Like decayed leaves, other decomposed vegetable matter makes good fertilizer.

Which word in this sentence gives you a clue as to the meaning of decomposed?

5. The general’s caution contrasted with the temerity of his fierce warriors.

What is the best synonym of temerity based on the context?

6. Because this room is small, you don’t need to speak in a stentorian voice to be heard.

What is the best synonym for stentorian based on the context?

7. Although the weather was calm and peaceful, dark clouds were gathering portentously on the horizon.

What is the best synonym for portentously based on the context?

8. We expect decorum from our students; we hope our visitors will also behave properly.

Decorum means to behave properly. What kind of context clue tells you this?

9. In the nineteenth century, some writers used a pseudonym to conceal their identities. Charlotte Brontë at first used the pen name Currer Bell.

What do you think pseudonym means based on the context?

10. Most students are reticent in the first weeks of school, but they eventually come out of their shells and make friends.

What is the best synonym for reticent?