WorksheetsContext Clues
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 15mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Jaki is a wonderful piano player. But Emily is more VERSATILE; she sings, acts, paints and writes poetry, and also plays the piano. What does the word VERSATILE mean?
a)
many abilities
b)
boring
c)
not skilled
d)
exciting
2.
Tristin couldn’t see the school building; it was SHROUDED by smoke and dust.” What does the word SHROUDED mean?
a)
Covered
b)
ruined
c)
bounced
d)
invisible
3.
We thought that Mrs. Kerner would be very DISTRAUGHT when told that Antonio broke Ms.Pate's pointer; however, she took the news very calmly. What does the word DISTRAUGHT mean?
.
.
a)
anxious
b)
upset
c)
happy
d)
fearful
4.
Skylar won the election for School President because she was a dependable leader. She was always there when you needed her.
What does the word DEPENDABLE mean?
What does the word DEPENDABLE mean?
a)
sassy and sarcastic
b)
rude and mean
c)
sad and distant
d)
trustworthy and reliable
5.
Ben is so APPREHENSIVE about appearing in the play that he has an upset stomach.
a)
thrilled
b)
modest
c)
bored
d)
nervous
6.
The VIGILANT guards stayed up all night to make sure no one came near the castle.
a)
disguised
b)
watchful
c)
superior
d)
youthful
7.
Violence, whether it is hitting, kicking, or punching, is not tolerated at school.
This uses which type of context clue?
This uses which type of context clue?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
8.
We had so much fun at the party! Everyone had a terrific time.
This is an example of which type of context clue?
This is an example of which type of context clue?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
9.
Mr. James wants us to be prompt in the mornings, not late.
Which type of context clue is used?
Which type of context clue is used?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
10.
An Army uniform has symbols on it. These emblems show what the person has done in the Army.
What type of context clue is this?
What type of context clue is this?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
11.
Brianna was uncertain about the question, but she gave her answer as though she was sure of it.
Which type of context clue is used here?
Which type of context clue is used here?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
12.
Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food.
Which type of context clue is being used?
Which type of context clue is being used?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
13.
The store specializes in cutlery, such as forks and knives, that has unique designs.
Which type of context clue is being used?
Which type of context clue is being used?
a)
Antonym
b)
Synonym
c)
Example
d)
Definition
14.
Again they searched meticulously, but no keys. Where could they be? They've looked EVERYWHERE! If you did something meticulously, you would be-
a)
feeling silly.
b)
working very carefully.
c)
trying to finish quickly.
d)
trying to find something.
15.
Tanya loved her dad, but she wondered why she was so organized when he was so haphazard. A person who is haphazard is-
a)
lost
b)
lovable
c)
worried
d)
disorganized
16.
Luis was adamant and insisted, "But Mom said she was preparing dinner tonight!" The word that best defines adamant is-
a)
happy
b)
unsure
c)
nervous
d)
stubborn
17.
Based on the context clues in the sentence below, ecstatic means:
They were ecstatic at the birth of their baby. They couldn't stop smiling for days.
They were ecstatic at the birth of their baby. They couldn't stop smiling for days.
a)
Nervous
b)
Discouraged
c)
Excited
d)
Relieved
18.
Based on context clues in the passage below, trifle means ______________.
Her cat was dying, and she worried about a trifle like her torn dress!
Her cat was dying, and she worried about a trifle like her torn dress!
a)
Little
b)
Giant
c)
Everything
d)
Hopeful
19.
The conspicuous man wore a purple wig and large sunglasses.
a)
easily noticed
b)
beautiful
c)
sleeping
20.
Marcia is a novice soccer player. It is her first day of practice.
a)
skilled
b)
beginner
c)
professional
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