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WorksheetsContext Clues Bellwork RL.1.B
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 10mins
"Gabby took a moment to ponder the question before answering Mrs. Henry." What does the word ponder mean in the sentence?
ignore
consider
forget
deny
Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word torrential in this sentence. "Meteorologists Katie Horner on KMBC 9 news, predicted a torrential downpour in Kansas City, MO, on Sunday morning."
light
heavy
scattered
cold
Use context clues to determine the meaning of recede in this sentence. "As the floodwaters began to recede at Little Blue River, in Grandview, MO, the people were able to return to their homes."
rise
overflow
decrease
increase
"Some of the student's constant chatter in Mr. Frizell's class, disrupted the hardworking students." What does the word disrupted mean in this sentence?
improved
organized
interrupt
enriched
What is the meaning of the word elaborate in the sentence? Grandview Middle School's production of "High School Musical" will be an elaborate production with numerous scenes, great performances, and extensive singing and dancing.
detailed
basic
complicated
simple
"Adriana longed for an exciting adventure during her summer vacation in the Amazon Rainforest!" Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word adventure.
journey
boring
familiarity
routine
"David's painting displayed intricate details and patterns." What does the word intricate mean in the sentence?
dull
dull
simple
complicate
"The student's apologetic tone indicated that he was sorry for his horrible behavior in the hall." What does the word apologetic mean in this sentence?
Happy
Excited
Confused
Regretful
"The fox used cunning strategies to outsmart the hunter's tactics to catch it." Use context clues to determine the meaning of cunning in this sentence.
honesty
intelligence
bravery
deception
Using context clues to determine the meaning of forlorn in this sentence. The forlorn look on Kelsey's face showed that she was broken-hearted for her loss.
excited and joyful
happy and content
lonely and sad
angry and frustrated
