Use context clues to determine the meaning of the bolded word in the paragraph below.

The enclosure was made from stainless steel bars.  Every once in a while, a calf would poke its velvety nose through the fence and bawl for its mother.  Suma knew the calves missed their freedom to roam.  But with a storm coming, it was best to keep them out of the field.

Which definition matches the word used in the sentence below?

af•fect

1. v. To bring about a change in

2. v. To pretend to be or to have

The detective affected an interest in buying a diamond ring in order to speak with the jeweler.

The story was so depressing and morose, no one wanted to finish it. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

Wood, paper, and gasoline are all flammable substances. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

I love to read and have a plethora of books stuffing my overcrowded shelves. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

Although most glass is transparent, the specially made glass had a coating that made it opaque. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

Instead of picking a beautiful dress, my friend selected a grotesque mask and tattered clothing for the costume party. What is the best meaning of the underlined word?

I did not buy the gaudy dress because it was covered with sequins, beads, and feathers. What is the correct meaning of the underlined word?

The abandoned house was overrun with vermin including rats, mice, and bugs. What is the correct meaning of the underlined word?

The new sculpture was 20 feet tall. The enormous, immense figure loomed over the city. What is the correct meaning of the underlined word?

My dog loves his food and will devour it quickly once it is placed in front of him. What is the correct meaning of the underlined word?

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the bolded word in the sentence below. The old mansion was **dilapidated**, with broken windows and a sagging roof, yet it still held a certain charm.

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the bolded word in the sentence below. The **cacophony** of the city was overwhelming, with honking cars, shouting vendors, and blaring music.

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the bolded word in the sentence below. Despite the **brevity** of the meeting, all the important topics were covered efficiently.