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Final PART 4: Context Clues

Total questions: 36

Worksheet time: 9hrs 0mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

That green and orange bird with the purple tuft on its head looks very peculiar.

a)

large

b)

strange

c)

dangerous

2.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

The U.S. abolished slavery in 1965, making it illegal to own another person.

a)

ended

b)

recognized

c)

confirmed

3.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

The use of computers has made the old fashioned typewriter obsolete.

a)

famous

b)

not used

c)

needed

4.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

The immense size of the table made it impossible to get through the door.

a)

tiny

b)

miniature

c)

enormous

5.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

We watched in awe as the performer swallowed a three foot sword.

a)

amazement

b)

boredom

c)

calmness

6.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

If you adhere to the rules, the game will be won honestly.

a)

disobey

b)

disregard

c)

keep to

7.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

The family's food supply was depleted during the month long blizzard.

a)

used up

b)

unused

c)

stocked

8.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

We watched in horror as the plane plummeted to the Earth during the air show.

a)

rose

b)

floated

c)

fell quickly

9.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

Our abundant crop of corn should feed us for several years.

a)

small

b)

plentiful

c)

scarce

10.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

The children snuggled under many blankets to ward off the frigid air.

a)

freezing

b)

blowing

c)

warm

11.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

Everyone complained about the bland taste of the potatoes.

a)

tasteless

b)

delicious

c)

wonderful

12.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

Stop arguing with your brother before it escalates into a fight.

a)

stops

b)

worsens

c)

lessens

13.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

Do not evade the question just because you don't want to admit the truth.

a)

avoid

b)

repeat

c)

face

14.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

You must stop worrying because it does no good to dwell on what might happen.

a)

think about

b)

forget

c)

leave behind

15.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

Cindy raised her hand in order to ask the teacher to clarify the directions.

a)

eliminate

b)

explain

c)

rewrite

16.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

Due to the gas leak, they were asked to remain calm and vacate the building.

a)

remain

b)

stay

c)

leave

17.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

The fireman broke down the door and went in to retrieve the family pet.

a)

get

b)

notify

c)

look for

18.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

The play will finally conclude with the entire cast singing Fame.

a)

begin

b)

start

c)

end

19.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

The curtain was opened to reveal the new and improved version of the car.

a)

show

b)

hide

c)

subside

20.

Use the context clues to help figure out the meaning of the underlined word.

Don invented a flexible pencil that could be wrapped around your wrist.

a)

rigid

b)

bendable

c)

stiff

21.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word:

The judge asked each jury member if they could be impartial when making their decision.

a)

Knowledgeable

b)

Fair and just

c)

Partial to one

d)

Undecided

22.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word:

The kittens were nestled cozily in the bed with their mother.

a)

Played quietly

b)

Purring softly

c)

Settled comfortably

d)

Slept

23.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

The soldiers packed their provisions in their knapsacks and boarded the bus.

a)

Food supplies

b)

Family photos

c)

Phones

d)

Paper

24.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

The spectators gawked at the man who was dressed in clothes made of grass.

a)

Yelled loudly

b)

Stared stupidly

c)

Waved

d)

Noticed

25.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

The teacher asked the students to cease talking or lose their privileges.

a)

Continue

b)

Return

c)

Stop

d)

Shout

26.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

The worst singer was eliminated from the contest last night.

a)

Advanced

b)

Participated

c)

Promoted

d)

Removed

27.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

Do not let the bully intimidate you into withdrawing from the contest.

a)

Frighten into

b)

Encourage

c)

Assist

d)

Inquire

28.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

His pompous attitude makes others not like him.

a)

Cheerful

b)

Encouraging

c)

Self-important

d)

Loving

29.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

Cindy detests the thought of reciting her poem in front of the entire school.

a)

Looks forward to

b)

Dislike intensely

c)

Happily anticipates

d)

Relishes

30.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

The baker made dainty little flowers from sugar to decorate the birthday cake.

a)

Large

b)

Ugly

c)

Beautiful

d)

Delicate

31.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

Since I learned my multiplication facts, I am now capable of doing long division problems.

a)

Unable

b)

Have the ability

c)

Without skill

d)

Unworthy

32.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

The citizens knew that the hurricane was going to devastate their town.

a)

Destroy

b)

Intimidate

c)

Blow over

d)

Freshen

33.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

The new sign will indicate which lane leads to the hospital exit.

a)

Obscure

b)

Block

c)

Point out

d)

Predict

34.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

The fragrant flowers helped to cover the litter box odor.

a)

Obnoxious

b)

Pleasant smelling

c)

Beautiful

d)

Blooming

35.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

The dog escaped when the gate was left ajar last night.

a)

Slightly open

b)

Closed tightly

c)

Hanging

d)

Secured

36.

Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word.

Due to the rain, the baseball game will be postponed until further notice.

a)

Rescheduled

b)

Delayed

c)

Anticipated

d)

Advertised