Context Clues
Cacophonous
phone = ____________
ous = ____________
1. The new band students made such a cacophonous sound that I had to cover my ears.
Cacophonous means __________________________________________
2. The cacophonous sound coming from the instruments of the new band students made such a
jarring noise that I winced in pain.
Cacophonous means __________________________________________
3. The new band students made a cacophonous noise, but the older students played
harmoniously.
Cacophonous means __________________________________________
4. New band students, crying babies, and dogs in the pound make a cacophonous noise.
Cacophonous means __________________________________________
5. During their warm-up, the band students created a cacophonous sound—one that was harsh
and discordant.
Cacophonous means __________________________________________
Five Types of Context Clues: Which sentence provides each kind of clue?
1. Definition
2. Example
3. Synonym
4. Contrast
5. Inference