Using Context Clues To Infer A Word's Meaning Question Preview (ID: 33318)


Context Clues Are Hints In The Writing That Help You Figure Out What A Word Means. Each Example Has Hints Within The Passage Or Sentence To Help You Figure Out The Meaning Of Each Word. TEACHERS: click here for quick copy question ID numbers.

Those scientists want to hear what our professor thinks about their theory because he is the foremost expert in their field. Foremost is __________.
a) the first or main one
b) craziest
c) legal
d) disputed

Our new alarm system will wake up the entire neighborhood if an intruder gets in the house. An intruder is someone who intrudes. To intrude is to __________.
a) paint or repair old buildings
b) wear ones shoes on the wrong feet
c) go where one is not wanted or does not belong
d) be very noisy

Using IQ tests and brain scans, researchers have found that the intelligence of teenagers can rise and fall over time. We used to believe that intelligence was static. But now, we know that teens and adults can grow more brain cells. Static means?
a) noise
b) not changing
c) an electric charge
d) unreal

A wonderful 98 year old woman is working day and night to knit scarves to send as gifts for the troops. What a selfless person she is! A selfless woman _____.
a) is selfish.
b) has no name.
c) has no family.
d) cares more about others than herself.

The U.S. has a vast amount of newly discovered clean geothermal energy. Tapping into this energy sources could provide at least 10 times the energy that can be obtained from the nation's known coal reserves. What does vast mean?
a) a large amount
b) not enough
c) dangerous
d) havin no known use

Christmas is a time when Dad reverts to his childhood. I really think he looks forward to Santa's visit more than any other member of the family. Mom says that he'll always be a child during this season. What does revert mean in the passage?
a) stands up straight
b) peeks at presents
c) drinks too much egg nog
d) goes back to bein what he was

Fortunately, the explosion diverted the asteroid from a course tthat would have sent it hurdling into our planet. To divert is to ___________.
a) change the direction of
b) look for really high waves
c) jump into a dry river
d) look through a telescope

The Saints and Stragners argued about how they would live in the New World. After much discussion, they came together and signed the Mayflower Compact. The compact was __________.
a) a container for makeup.
b) a small item.
c) a machine used for guiding the ship.
d) an agreement.

In the early 1600s, a dangerous trip across the Atlantic Ocean was a daunting idea. The Europeans, who would someday be known as the Pilgrims, must have been a very determined and brave group of settlers. Daunting means _________.
a) a task that amuses.
b) a task that might frighten or intimidate.
c) a task that requires a skilled laborer.
d) a task that is meaningless.

Some people are sure that the new health care law will mean better care for everyone. Others argue that the law will mean less care and longer waiting lines to see a doctor. It's a controversy that will not go away. Controversy means ________.
a) something that people have strong disagreements over.
b) something that people need to pay for in order to visit the doctor.
c) something that people eat with sweet candy.
d) something that people have to deal with on a seasonal basis.

Most of America's Founding Fathers did not believe in women's suffrage. Only men could vote in the United States until 1920.
a) something that causes physical pain.
b) an earlier design of the flag.
c) skirts that did not cover ankles.
d) the right to vote.

I believe that if you lower taxes so that people can keep more of hte money the earn, it will be an incentive for them to work harder. Incentive means __________.
a) a reason to do something.
b) a small amount of money.
c) a tax.
d) a good job.

Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life saving research. Esteemed means _______________.
a) held over boiling water.
b) very old.
c) unable to have a positive self image.
d) greatly admired.

Some people are always bashing the president just like others bashed the one before him. Wouldn't you think that everyone could find something to praise him for, at least once in a while? Bashing means ____________.
a) hitting hard with a heavy tool.
b) going to too many expensive parties.
c) speaking or writing harshly about.
d) voting for a different candidate.

Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your chances of winning! Rash means _________.
a) an itchy skin condition.
b) funny.
c) trying to hide or disguise something.
d) with little thought or consideration.

No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Almost every portable device is being made with an Internet connection. Most new technology come with Internet connections as well. The Internet is truly ubiquitous. Ubiquitous means _______.
a) it costs too much money.
b) it is everywhere.
c) it causes rashes.
d) capable of an Internet connection.

Your cousin claimed to be late because the doors of his house were fozen shut. Even though I have my doubts, his explanation is plausible. It go really cold last night. I'll have to take his word for it. If a statement is plausible, _________.
a) you must always believe it.
b) you should never believe it.
c) it's hard to understand because it makes no sense.
d) it's believable enough to possibly be true.

If you don't curtail your spending, you'll be broke in no time at all! Which word is a synonym of curtail?
a) reduce
b) follow
c) save
d) buy

No word must ever leak out about this military action! It has to be a clandestine operation in order to succeed. Which word is a synonym of clandestine?
a) useful
b) dangerous
c) secret
d) well-run

Put this medicine on your arm and rub it into you skin until it's invisible. It will inhibit the infection's attempt to spread. What does inhibit mean?
a) live in a certain place
b) block or slow down
c) itch or burn
d) help to do something important

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