Context Clues Worksheet

Vocabulary lesson 29: Context clues · Set 119 · 40 questions

Word tip (The sentence explains the word): Find the hard word and read the whole sentence around it. Look for the clue: an example, a reason, a result or an opposite. Put your meaning in place of the word and check that the sentence still makes sense.

1. 1.The mango was succulent, and juice ran down my chin. “Succulent” means ___. (a) hard (b) sour (c) juicy (d) dry
2. 2.The mountain air was so frigid that our fingers went numb. “Frigid” means ___. (a) very cold (b) very hot (c) very fresh (d) very wet
3. 3.The tiny ant carried a load that was colossal compared to its body. “Colossal” means ___. (a) huge (b) soft (c) light (d) tiny
4. 4.The timid kitten hid under the bed whenever guests came. “Timid” means ___. (a) very hungry (b) very playful (c) easily frightened (d) very fierce
5. 5.The garbage gave off a pungent smell that made us cover our noses. “Pungent” means ___. (a) sweet-smelling (b) strong-smelling (c) faint (d) pleasant
6. 6.The clown was so hilarious that the whole audience laughed. “Hilarious” means ___. (a) very sad (b) very tall (c) very funny (d) very scary
7. 7.The gigantic whale was longer than our school bus. “Gigantic” means ___. (a) tiny (b) slow (c) huge (d) noisy
8. 8.The puppy was inquisitive and sniffed every new box in the house. “Inquisitive” means ___. (a) lazy (b) curious (c) sleepy (d) angry
9. 9.There was an abundant crop of mangoes this year; every tree was full. “Abundant” means ___. (a) rotten (b) very small (c) very sour (d) more than enough
10. 10.Riya made a feeble attempt to lift the heavy box and soon gave up. “Feeble” means ___. (a) clever (b) strong (c) weak (d) loud
11. 11.The pond water was murky, so we could not see the bottom. “Murky” means ___. (a) clear (b) cloudy and dark (c) sweet (d) very cold
12. 12.Her explanation was lucid, and everyone understood at once. “Lucid” means ___. (a) very long (b) confusing (c) very funny (d) clear and easy
13. 13.Kabir was hesitant to raise his hand, unsure if his answer was right. “Hesitant” means ___. (a) very loud (b) unsure, holding back (c) very fast (d) very confident
14. 14.The stray dog looked emaciated; we could see its ribs. “Emaciated” means ___. (a) very thin (b) very fierce (c) very happy (d) very fat
15. 15.The chilli was so potent that one bite made my eyes water. “Potent” means ___. (a) very cheap (b) very sweet (c) very strong (d) very weak
16. 16.We got drenched in the heavy rain because we had no umbrella. “Drenched” means ___. (a) very tired (b) very late (c) very cold (d) completely wet
17. 17.Diya is diligent; she studies every day and never skips homework. “Diligent” means ___. (a) forgetful (b) lazy (c) hardworking (d) careless
18. 18.The cut on his knee was superficial, just a small scratch. “Superficial” means ___. (a) very painful (b) very deep (c) very old (d) not deep
19. 19.The sky grew ominous as dark clouds gathered before the storm. “Ominous” means ___. (a) very quiet (b) very beautiful (c) warning of danger (d) bright and clear
20. 20.The cloth was translucent, letting some light pass through. “Translucent” means ___. (a) very heavy (b) letting light through (c) very thick (d) very dark
21. 21.Meera’s room was immaculate; there was not a speck of dust anywhere. “Immaculate” means ___. (a) very dark (b) very small (c) very messy (d) spotlessly clean
22. 22.The children were rowdy on the bus, shouting and jumping on the seats. “Rowdy” means ___. (a) quiet and polite (b) sad (c) noisy and rough (d) sleepy
23. 23.The film was so dreary that we left before it ended. “Dreary” means ___. (a) exciting (b) very funny (c) very short (d) dull and gloomy
24. 24.Be cautious while crossing the busy road. “Cautious” means ___. (a) careless (b) noisy (c) fast (d) careful
25. 25.After the marathon, the runners were exhausted and lay down on the grass. “Exhausted” means ___. (a) very angry (b) very proud (c) very tired (d) very excited
26. 26.The monkey was nimble and leapt quickly from branch to branch. “Nimble” means ___. (a) slow and heavy (b) sleepy (c) noisy (d) quick and light
27. 27.The hikers were parched after the long climb and drank all their water. “Parched” means ___. (a) very cold (b) very thirsty (c) very proud (d) very sleepy
28. 28.The soup was scalding, and Meera burnt her tongue. “Scalding” means ___. (a) very thick (b) very hot (c) very cold (d) very salty
29. 29.The road was so congested that cars hardly moved for an hour. “Congested” means ___. (a) very wide (b) blocked with traffic (c) newly built (d) very smooth
30. 30.The baby was drowsy after her bath and soon fell asleep. “Drowsy” means ___. (a) noisy (b) angry (c) sleepy (d) hungry
31. 31.The guide gave a concise answer in just one sentence. “Concise” means ___. (a) long and confusing (b) very rude (c) very loud (d) short and clear
32. 32.The fire spread rapidly through the dry grass. “Rapidly” means ___. (a) quickly (b) quietly (c) slowly (d) gently
33. 33.Dev is very frugal; he saves money and never wastes it. “Frugal” means ___. (a) very generous (b) very lazy (c) careful with money (d) very rich
34. 34.The old man was frail and needed help to climb the stairs. “Frail” means ___. (a) weak (b) rude (c) strong (d) rich
35. 35.The crowd at the stadium was boisterous, shouting and cheering loudly. “Boisterous” means ___. (a) sad (b) noisy and lively (c) quiet and calm (d) sleepy
36. 36.Zoya felt remorse after she shouted at her little brother. “Remorse” means ___. (a) anger (b) pride (c) sorrow for doing wrong (d) great joy
37. 37.Grandma is very hospitable; she welcomes every guest with tea and snacks. “Hospitable” means ___. (a) unwelcoming (b) friendly to guests (c) very strict (d) very sick
38. 38.The house was vacant; nobody had lived in it for years. “Vacant” means ___. (a) beautiful (b) expensive (c) crowded (d) empty
39. 39.Dad was furious when someone dented his new car. “Furious” means ___. (a) very angry (b) very calm (c) very happy (d) very tired
40. 40.The cheetah is a ferocious hunter that chases its prey at great speed. “Ferocious” means ___. (a) fierce and wild (b) tiny (c) gentle (d) lazy

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