Context Clues 1

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After losing the championship game, the sulking teammates walked back to their parents.

A banquet of food such as ham, potatoes, and green beans were served at the party. What type of context clues help you figure out the meaning of BANQUET?

The guffawing was so loud that George had to wait until the laughter died down before he continued. What does GUFFAWING mean?

Some marine animals such as dolphins, sharks, and sea turtles are very intelligent. What does the word MARINE mean?

The movie director was anxious before the first showing of his new film. What does ANXIOUS mean?

The man who used to be very LAX with the rules now follows all the laws. What is the meaning of the word LAX?

They made REVISIONS and changed some of the wording of the story. What does REVISIONS mean?

Stacey was suspicious of the stranger, but her trusting little brother talked to him right away. What type of context clue tells you the meaning of SUSPICIOUS?