Context Clues Question Preview (ID: 25595)


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Projectiles include those items that are shot forward such as a cannon shell, bullet, or rocket.

Using the example clue, the word projectiles in this sentence means
a) things to put down
b) things that shoot forward
c) things broken
d) things hurt

The professor was a favorite among the students at the college. His sagacity was helpful to them as they pursued their degrees. The professor was known to use his experience, insight, and common sense to help students pursue their education.

Using t
a) silliness
b) thoughtlessness
c) negligence
d) wisdom

Katie appeared infallible in math class because she had never gotten a problem wrong.

Using the explanation clue, the word infallible in this sentence means
a) never wrong
b) mistaken
c) incorrect
d) wrong

The tornado annihilated the whole town to the point that nothing was left standing.

Using the explanation clue, the word annihilated in this sentence means
a) saved
b) destroyed
c) constructed
d) created

The book of logic contained many conundrums - mind-exercising puzzles.

Using the synonym clue, the word conundrums in this sentence means
a) pictures
b) stories
c) puzzles
d) answers

Jackie was filled with mortification, or shame, because of her careless remark.

Using the synonym clue, the word mortification in this sentence means
a) proud
b) shame
c) happy
d) confident

Although Tom was anxious about the test, Tina was not worried at all.

Using the antonym clue, the word anxious in this sentence means
a) forgetful
b) worried
c) not worried
d) calm

Two new girls started school this week. Beth has a gregarious personality. Jenna is rather quiet.

Using the antonym clue, the word gregarious in this sentence means
a) shy
b) bashful
c) outgoing
d) timid

The diamond ring was radiantly shining on her finger.

Using the synonym clue, the word radiantly in this sentence means
a) hardly
b) barely
c) really
d) brightly

We shopped at the emporium, which is as large as the shopping center, for shampoo and bath soap.

Using the comparison clue, the word emporium in this sentence means
a) amusement park
b) bathroom
c) library
d) large store

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