Context Clues
What do you know about Context
Clues?
Definition, Synonym, Antonym,
Example, Explanation
• The joey, which is a baby kangaroo, peeked out of his mother’s
pocket.
• 2. The beach was covered with debris like paper and cans, and the
children picked up all the trash
• 3. The ancient dress looked like new after she washed it.
• 4. Every day he brought a delectable, delicious, wonderful, yummy
lunch to school.
• My mother used to pull across the bay to catch flounder. Pull is a
word that is sometimes used to mean row.
1. Honesty is the best policy because being
fraudulent can get you in big trouble with your
parents.
In this sentence, the word fraudulent means
focused
sassy
dishonest
pure
2. Some people feel perplexed by brain teasers,
while others figure them out quickly.
In this sentence, the word perplexed means
relaxed
troubled or confused
calm
at ease
3. The cavalry, such as the Confederate
soldiers, rode into towns to defend their
values.
In this sentence, the word cavalry means
meadow
frontier
horse soldiers
generous
4. Just as Paul's project disintegrated in the rain,
so did Patrick's fall apart because of the
weather.
In this sentence, the word disintegrated means
fell apart
changed
blossomed
used
5. The camaraderie in the class made it feel
like a big family.
In this sentence, the word camaraderie
means
friendliness or kindness
unkindness
resentment
anger
6. It is nice that Amy is a tranquil child, but
I'd like to see her more energetic at times.
In this sentence, the word tranquil means
calm
sick
brave
difficult
7. The criminal glanced furtively at the police
officer to make sure he had not been
seen.
In this sentence, the word furtively means
openly
quickly and secretly
slowly
loudly
8. His rancor, or hatred, of his brother has
caused him to live his life as a lonely
person.
In this sentence, the word rancor means
hatred
generous
tolerance
love
1. There were many ingredients needed to make the cake such as
sugar, water, and flour. Using the example clue, the word ingredients in
this sentence means
2. We had to establish the rules of the game, so no one else would try to
create their own. Using the synonym clue, the word establish in this
sentence means
3. We were so spellbound at the talent of the singer that we could not
hold back our amazement. Using the comparison clue, the word
spellbound in this sentence means
4. Some people like frigid weather, while others like it hot. Using the
antonym clue, the word frigid in this sentence means
5. The destitute man sat on the sidewalk feeling hopeless. He had no
job, no home, and no reason to be happy. Using the synonym clue, the
word destitute in this sentence means
The runner was last in the race. He began to feel great duress to get
ahead of the other racers. He needed to win to keep his standing in
the sport. Using the explanation clue, the word duress in this
sentence means (pressure)
You may have an issue, such as fear of snakes, which keeps you
from playing outside. Using the example clue, the word issue in this
sentence means (problem)
Bob, who works on cars in his father's shop, is an auto technician.
Using the example clue, the word technician in this sentence means
(worker)
Although Mary was willing to play in the snow, Jack was reluctant
because he was so cold. Using the antonym clue, the word
reluctant in this sentence means (not willing)
The kitten was so fascinated with the ball of yarn that she played
with it for hours.
Using the explanation clue, the word fascinated in this sentence
means (attracted)