Context Clues
I need to remember to set my ___ tonight, or I'll never wake up in the morning.
alarm clock
My dad was content to sit on the bench and wait while Mom and I went to buy Grandma a present; he likes people-watching.
A) sad
B) bored
C) happy
D) angry
C) happy
I was so ecstatic to win the Morgan Spelling Bee!
a. sad
b. angry
c. excited
d. cool
c. excited
If I do not ___, I will not pass.
Study
Don't forget to bring your ___ to school today. It's supposed to rain this afternoon.
umbrella or raincoat
What is your choice of beverage when you go to a birthday party? I like Sprite the best.
A) drink
B) cake
C) food
D) music
A. Drink
The young boy was tickled when he got to go to the book fair.
a. Happy
b. Nervous
c. Scared
d. Sorrowful
a. Happy
I need to wake up early and make sure I get a good ___. Its going to be a long day tomorrow.
Breakfast
May I please borrow your ____? I left mine at home, and my mom is probably waiting for my call that I'm safely at your house.
phone
Carlos was in a very somber mood when he learned his cousins were no longer coming to visit for the weekend. He had been looking forward to going to the ball game with them for weeks.
A) bright
B) dark
C) embarrassed
D) comfortable
B. Dark
He ran with renewed vigor when he realized the dogs were still chasing him.
a. Hunger
b. Fear
c. Excitement
d. Energy
d. Energy
Can my friends and I have a ____? It's my birthday tomorrow and it would be a lot of fun!
Sleepover
Yesterday was my parents' _____. We celebrated their 15 years of marriage with a fancy dinner and cake.
anniversary
I am gravely sorry for messing up your science fair project. I accidentally slipped and spilled my orange juice all over your poster.
A) truly
B) partly
C) sickly
D) not
A. truly
I was overwhelmed when I found out that I had two late assignments in math, and the grading period was ending the next day.
a. tired
b. melancholy
c. excited
d. swamped
D. swamped
Yesterday, we celebrated my parents ____. It was a little awkward at first, but I think we all had fun in the end.
Anniversary
Since I've never been to the beach before, I'm not sure how to _____ the waves, but I cannot wait to learn, even though I know I'll fall off many times before I catch the right wave.
surf
Wow, Jerimiah! Mom is livid with you for not cleaning the garage like you promised. She is talking about cancelling your birthday party next weekend.
A) mad
B) upset
C) sad
D) furious
D. furious
The accident left my family visibly shaken.
a. sad
b. elated
c. rattled
d. happy
c. rattled
Since I have never skated before, I had no idea how to ___ the rail. I still don't know how to, but I am gradually learning and getting better!
Grind/Ride