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After hearing that her best friend was moving away, Maya sat quietly by the window, feeling melancholy as she stared at the rain. Using context clues, what does melancholy mean?
sad/reflective/thoughtful
Although he knew the answer, Ben’s timid voice could barely be heard during the class presentation. Using context clues, what does timid mean?
shy/hesitant
When the substitute teacher walked in, the class was chaotic, papers were flying, desks were out of place, and no one seemed to be listening. Using context clues, what does chaotic mean?
crazy/loud/messy
When the storm knocked out the power, everyone had to evacuate the movie theater and wait outside until it was safe to return. Using context clues, what does evacuate mean?
leave/exit/go out
Coach Rivera’s stern expression showed that he wasn’t pleased with how the team had behaved at practice. No one dared to joke around after that. Using context clues, what does stern mean?
strict/serious
The archaeologist’s astounding discovery of a hidden temple drew scientists from all over the world to study it. Using context clues, what does astounding mean?
amazing/unbelievable/extraordinary
The doctor was valiant as she volunteered to treat patients in a dangerous flood zone, never thinking twice about her own comfort or safety. Using context clues, what does valiant mean?
brave/fearless
After losing his favorite toy, Leo looked melancholy and didn’t want to play with anyone. Using context clues, what does melancholy mean?
sad/gloomy
The new student was timid at first, speaking softly and avoiding eye contact with others. Using context clues what does timid mean?
shy/nervous
The room was chaotic after the birthday party, with balloons, crumbs, and wrapping paper everywhere. Using context clues, what does chaotic mean?
messy/disorganized
The scientist made an astounding discovery that could change how people think about space. Using context clues, what does astounding mean?
surprising/amazing/extraordinary
During the fire drill, the students had to evacuate the building and line up safely outside. Using context clues, what does evacuate mean?
leave/exit
The librarian gave a stern look to the kids who were talking too loudly in the reading area. Using context clues, what does stern mean?
strict/serious
The knight was valiant in battle, never backing down even when things got dangerous. Using context clues, what does valiant mean?
brave/courageous
After finishing lunch, Maya ambled down the hallway, taking her time and looking at all the posters on the wall. Using context clues, what does ambled mean?
walked slowly
The rabbit made a swift dash across the field before the dog could catch up. Using context clues, what does swift mean?
quick/fast
Andy decided to terminate his membership to the fitness center. He was ready to stop paying the monthly fee. Using context clues what does terminate mean?
end
John was very irritated that they were going to be late for the movie. However, it didn’t seem to bother Pam at all. Using context clues, what does irritated mean?
annoyed/frustrated
The hikers guessed that it would take 3 full days to reach the pinnacle of the mountain. Using context clues, what does pinnacle mean?
top/highest point
Leo was skittish around big dogs, but his sister had a much easier time staying calm. What is does skittish mean?
nervous/scared
What is an antonym for valiant?
nervous/timid
What is an antonym for timid?
confident/outgoing
What is an antonym for terminate?
start/begin
What is an antonym for elated?
angry/mad/sad
What is an antonym for massive?
tiny/small