Context Clues
If you use an abrasive tone with the referee, you might get kicked off of the playing field.
What does abrasive mean?
a. scratchy, harsh, irritating
b. nice, friendly, warm
c. on top
a. scratchy, harsh, irritating
Please make a sentence about the picture using the word "because."
The polar bear is tired because he could not fall asleep night.
Ben purposefully wore a baseball cap and sunglasses, as he silently entered the restaurant. He longed for a quiet meal by himself. He sat and drank his coffee and read the paper. He saw his name on the front page. He sighed as he closed it. As his meal was placed on the table, a flash went off and people began to yell out his name in excitement. “Ugh, they’ve found me,” he thought.
Who could Ben be? What could his occupation be?
a celebrity
John said, "I could eat a horse," when he saw the food on the dinner table. What did he mean?
he could eat a lot, he was very hungry
The principal does not have conclusive proof Anna stole money from the cafeteria, so he can't punish her.
What does conclusive mean?
a. thirsty or hungry
b. a final answer or decision
c. unsure decision
b. a final answer or decision
Make a sentence using the word "instead."
The cat said, "I want juice instead of water."
We were huddled around in the dark. After weeks of planning it finally became a reality. I bought all the chips and dips and one of our classmates bought a really nice cake. Suddenly the front door started turning and we all got ready to jump! What kind of event is this?
a surprise party
Jen looked back at her friend Paige impatiently. They only had twenty minutes to get to the track meet and Paige was chatting with her neighbor. "Paige," Jen yelled, "Come on we need to get to the meet and you're holding us up!" What does, "holding us up," mean?
slowing them down, keeping them from what they need to do
My sister was a competent driver, so she passed her driving test. She was so happy to have her driver's license. What does competent mean?
a. to fail at something
b. to chauffer
c. having the skill to do something
c. having the skill to do something
Make a sentence using the word, "unless."
I won't let go unless you want me to.
Ashleigh was really thankful to just stare straight ahead for a while, even if it was at a bad cartoon. She felt a little guilty - after all, she was getting paid extremely well - but it had been Ryan’s idea, not hers, and she still had two whole hours left with him.
Who are Ashleigh and Ryan? What is her "job?"
babysitting
Riley was excited to go fishing on Sunday morning. As soon as she woke up, she raced downstairs and said," Can we go now?" Her dad said, "Riley hold your horses. Let's eat breakfast first." What does hold your horses mean?
wait, slow down, hold on
The team captains were biased in their selection of players, but the coach told them to give everyone a chance and be fair.
What does biased mean?
a. to practice daily
b. tall and fast
c. in favor of one thing, person, or group over another
Make a sentence using the word "otherwise."
They are hiding, otherwise they would be seen.
Sal had never considered billboards to be effective. This one, though, was really doing its job. It probably had something to do with the sun pouring through the glass and the fact that he was sweating in traffic on I-49 with at least 10 miles to go. He stuffed his burger wrapper into the empty cupholder and flipped on the radio to distract himself. What could be on the billboard? Name TWO possible things.
ice cream advertisement, some kind of drink advertisement
The chance to play in the state tournament only happens once in a blue moon. What does "once in a blue moon" mean?
once in a while, rarely happens
My mom knew I was hungry so she made a copious amount of food for dinner.
What does copious mean?
a. under
b. large amount or quantity
c. close by
b. a large amount or quantity
Make a sentence using the word "Although"
Although my bike is new, it is stuck in the tree.
Mr. Matthews knew that he was wasting serious money but felt almost powerless to stop himself from making the left-hand turn. It was so early and cold, and the day would be so long. Making his own at home just wasn’t the same; he needed something special. It was now mid-December, and it had become a daily routine. Where is Mr. Matthews going?
to get coffee at Dunkin Donuts or Starbucks
My mom told me the "early bird gets the worm" and we should be at the shoe store by 9 am on Saturday. What does the "early bird gets the worm" mean?