Multiple Meaning Words Question Preview (ID: 8268)
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I had to restrain the wild dog that was trying to jump the fence. Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "restrain" as it is used in this sentence.
a) to run away from
b) to let go
c) punish
d) hold back
When Sally had the stomach flu, she expelled all of the food she had eaten. Using context clues, what is the meaning of the word “expelled” in this sentence?
a) to get rid of
b) to take back
c) to stop and start
d) to keep inside
Tamara was happy to see a berry bush in the backyard of her new house, but disappointed to learn that the berries weren't edible. Use context clues to determine the meaning of "edi
a) poisonous
b) healthy
c) able to be eaten
d) able to be seen
The wild storm sent a surge of water rushing onto the beach. Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word “surge” as it is used in
a) a large wave
b) a bucket
c) a rowing motion
d) a sprinkle
The old house in the woods had many rustic features in it. Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "rustic" as it is used in
a) unrefined
b) city-like
c) modern
d) polished
The snake recoiled when the man grabbed for it. Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "recoiled" as it is used in
a) drew back
b) move forward
c) lunged
d) gave up
Laura found her best friend to be very amiable when they had fun together. Using context clues, what is the meaning of the word “amiable” in this sentence?
a) boring
b) likable
c) mean
d) hungry
The static car began to rust and grow dirty in the driveway. Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "static" as it is used in
a) unmoving
b) active
c) bright
d) fast
Throwing rocks at other students made Larry very detestable. Using context clues, what is the meaning of the word “detestable” in this
a) nice
b) bored
c) mean
d) selfish
The pirates came to pillage the town, taking gold and jewels. Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "pillage" in this sentence
a) save
b) buy
c) help
d) steal
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