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Understanding Vocabulary Through Context Clues

Total questions: 13

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The storm was fierce, with winds howling and rain pouring down in sheets. It felt like the very sky was angry at them.

What does the word "fierce" mean?

a)

weak

b)

calm

c)

intense and strong

d)

beautiful

2.

Her hands were clammy from the nervousness she felt before the presentation. She wiped them on her pants, trying to calm down.

What does the word "clammy" mean?

a)

Dry and Cold

b)

Warm and Soft

c)

Damp and Sticky

d)

Smooth and Silky

3.

The child’s antics in the store made everyone laugh. She ran around, acting silly and making faces at strangers.

What does the word "antics" mean?

a)

serious actions

b)

silly and playful behavior

c)

sad moments

d)

boring tasks

4.

The team’s diligence paid off when they finished the project ahead of schedule. They worked hard and stayed focused.

What does the word "diligence" mean?

a)

laziness

b)

careful and persistent effort

c)

off-task and distracting

d)

fun and enjoyment

5.

The teacher asked the students to eliminate unnecessary details from their essays. She wanted their writing to be clear and to the point.

What does the word "eliminate" mean?

a)

add

b)

remove

c)

improve

d)

ignore

6.

The street was bustling with activity. People were walking, shopping, and talking, creating a lively atmosphere.

What does the word "bustling" mean?

a)

quiet and empty

b)

full of energy and activity

c)

dark and lonely

d)

slow and peaceful

7.

The patient was feeling much better after the medication. The doctor noted that her recovery was progressing steadily.

What does the word "progressing" mean?

a)

Getting worse

b)

Moving forward or improving

c)

Staying the same

d)

Slowing down

8.

The speaker’s tone was condescending, as if she believed the audience didn’t understand the topic as well as she did.

What does the word "condescending" mean?

a)

friendly

b)

humble

c)

snobby or patronizing

d)

confused

9.

His generosity was evident in the way he gave away his toys to the less fortunate children. He always thought of others before himself.

What does the word "generosity" mean?

a)

selfishness

b)

willingness to share

c)

greed

d)

laziness

10.


Some people say that ________ are just friends you haven’t met yet.

a)

peers

b)

strangers

c)

coaches

d)

colleagues

11.

Her dishevelled hair and pajamas showed that she had just rolled out of bed.

What does the word "dishevelled" mean?

a)

clean

b)

original

c)

unprofessional

d)

untidy

12.

The detective was able to ______ the suspect’s alibi, proving that it was false with a single piece of evidence.

a)

support

b)

ignore

c)

disprove

d)

confirm

13.

Her ______ response to the news made it clear she was deeply hurt, and she didn’t speak for the rest of the evening.

a)

enthusiastic

b)

indifferent

c)

emotional

d)

joyous