Using Context Clues for Multiple Meaning Words
What is the meaning of the word bluff in this sentence? We stood high above the ocean on the bluff?
Bluff means a steep cliff.
In which part of the plot can you find information on what Roger looks like?
The exposition
What does Roger believe Ms. Jones will do to him?
He believes she will call the police.
What is the preposition in this sentence? She learned to ride her bike after many tries.
after
"But you put yourself in contact with me..." What part of speech is the word contact as used in this sentence?
noun
What is the meaning of the word banked in this sentence? My soda spilled into my lap when the car banked to the right.
Banked means to tilt sideways when making a turn.
In which part of the plot does Ms. Jones drag Roger to her home?
The rising action
Why does Ms. Jones tell Roger that she has done things of which she isn't proud?
She wants him to know what she can relate to him and his situation.
What is the preposition in this sentence? I want to go to Disneyland.
To
She still held him tightly. But she bent down enough to permit him to stoop and pick up her purse." What part of speech is permit as used in this sentence?
verb
What is the meaning of the word batter in the following sentence? Batter the Oreo cookies until all are crushed.
Batter means to strike repeatedly with hard blows.
Why does Roger not run when given the chance?
He is experiencing an internal turning point.
Why did Ms. Jones turn her back on Roger (and her purse) and walk to a different part of her home.
She wanted to communicate to Roger that he is trustworthy.
What is the entire prepositional phrase in this sentence? The book with the tattered cover is mine.
with the tattered cover
If I release my hair from a ponytail holder, what am I doing?
Letting my hair be loose and free
What is the meaning of the word charge in the following sentence? This battery still has a strong charge.
Charge means energy stored chemically for conversion into electricity.
Roger eating dinner and conversing with Ms. Jones is which part of the plot?
Why is Roger out on the street at 11 o'clock pm?
There is no one at home to care about where he is.
What is the entire prepositional phrase in this sentence? Tell me the story about the dragon slayer.
about the dragon slayer
If I permit my children to each eat four Girl Scout cookies, what am I doing?
I am allowing them to eat the cookies.
What is the meaning of press in the following sentence? The mayor's bad press cost her the election.
Press means newspapers or journalists viewed collectively
In which part of the plot does this sentences from the text best fit? "He did not trust the woman not to trust him. And he did not want to be mistrusted now."
The climax
Why doesn't Roger say something more than a mere "thank you" to Ms. Jones?
He is speechless. He can't think of what words he can use to express himself.
What is the entire prepositional phrase in this sentence? His is only one voice among many, but it will be heard.
among many
Use all three concept vocabulary words (release, permit, and contact) in a single sentence. You must use the same definitions that Langston Hughes did when writing "Thank You, M'am."
I will determine the validity of your sentence.