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Context Clues
Meaning in Context
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"From these clues, scientists determined that Otzi was of Italian ancestry." Which word from the sentence provides the best clue to the meaning of the word "ancestry"?
What is Italian?
100
"From these clues, scientists determined that Otzi was of Italian ancestry." The word "ancestry" means.... A. a single generation B. place of birth C. primary residence D. family descent
What is D. family descent?
200
"He explained rather tersely that there was nothing he could do except suggest that we wait and he would have the hostess seat our party as soon as possible." Which words provide clues to the meaning of "tersely"? A. explained B. nothing he could do C. hostess D.would have
What is A or B? Either A or B could be helpful in understanding the meaning of "tersely". 200 Bonus Points if you can tell if "tersely" is meant to mean a positive or negative tone.
200
"The iceman's major organs and skin were remarkably preserved, as well as his leather shoes, grass cape and hat, metal ax, unfinished bow, finished and unfinished arrows, flint knife, bark quiver, and samples of various grains, berries, and mushrooms." Based on the context clues, a "quiver" is most likely a(n).... A. type of food B. type of tool C. animal D. type of book
What is B. type of tool?
300
"The lost reservation along with the discourteous behavior put a damper on the entire evening." Which 4 words provide the best clues to the meaning of "damper"?
What are "lost reservation" and "discourteous behavior"?
300
"An analysis of the pollen and moss trapped in his clothes revealed that he was from the southern valleys." Based upon the sentence, "analysis" means.... A. discovery B. synthesis C. distribution D. careful examination or study
What is D. careful examination or study?
400
"Producers spent over 20 millions dollars on special effects for this film. Unfortunately, all the high-tech gadgetry doesn't pay off." Name the 4 words that provide the best context clues to help determine the meaning of "gadgetry".
What are "special effects" and "high-tech"?
400
"The whole experience caused me to be embarrassed and infuriated." The best meaning for "infuriated" in the sentence above is... A. misled B. fierce C. enraged D. humiliated
What is C. enraged? 400 Bonus Points if you can define the prefix in-! :)
500
"Before Captain Pavo and her crew can defeat Dr. Draco, they must find and capture his anonymous ally. The identity of Dr. Draco's ally will surely surprise loyal readers of this popular science-fiction series." Select the context clues that BEST help to determine the meaning of "anonymous". A. popular & series B. ally & Draco C. surprise & loyal D. identity & surprise
What are D. identity & surprise?
500
"Before Captain Pavo and her crew can defeat Dr. Draco, they must find and capture his anonymous ally. The identity of Dr. Draco's ally will surely surprise loyal readers of this popular science-fiction series." Based on the sentences above, "anonymous" most likely means.... A. unknown B. known C. sneaky D. suspicious
What is A. unknown?