Context Clues 1
Context Clues 2
Context Clues 3
Figurative Language 1
Figurative Language 2
100

To find the total cost, we need to calculate the price of each item and then add them up.

A) To guess the answer.
B) To make a picture of something.
C) To find the answer using math.
D) To tell a story about something.


C) To find the answer using math.

100

The ancient ruins of the temple stood tall, weathered by centuries of time.

A) Very old, from a long time ago.
B) Something new and modern.
C) Something that happens every year.
D) A type of animal that lives today.

A) Very old, from a long time ago.

100

I really appreciate your help today; it made my day a lot easier.

A) To ignore something or someone.
B) To complain about something.
C) To take something away from someone.
D) To express thanks and value something.

D) To express thanks and value something.

100

When Sarah's dog got loose, she was running around like a chicken with its head cut off.

  • What does "running around like a chicken with its head cut off" mean? 
  • Literal meaning: She was running around in a panicked and disorganized way.
100

My grandpa told me to hold my horses when I wanted to open my birthday presents.

What does hold my horses mean? 

  • Literal meaning: My grandpa told me to be patient.
200

The exquisite painting captured the beauty of the sunset with such fine detail that it took her breath away.

A) Very simple and plain.
B) Very beautiful and delicate.
C) Very large and heavy.
D) Very noisy and annoying.

B) Very beautiful and delicate.

200

We took a scenic route along the coast, enjoying the view of the ocean as we drove.

A) A type of vehicle.
B) A type of weather.
C) A special kind of food.
D) A path or way to get from one place to another.

D) A path or way to get from one place to another.

200

The project is still in the planning phase, and we haven't started the actual work yet."

A) A period of time or stage in a process.
B) A type of animal.
C) A fun game you play with friends.
D) A tool used for cutting.

A) A period of time or stage in a process.

200

The little boy's imagination was like a wild, untamed jungle.

What does "like a wild, untamed jungle" mean? 

  • (Simile) Meaning: The boy's imagination was very active and full of ideas.
200

When the magician made the rabbit disappear, I was all ears.

  • What does "I was all ears" mean? 
  • Literal meaning: When the magician made the rabbit disappear, I was listening very carefully.
300

After moving to a new country, Maria had to adapt to the different culture and language.

A) To stay the same no matter what.
B) To change in order to fit or survive in a new situation.
C) To ignore something or someone.
D) To copy someone’s actions exactly.

B) To change in order to fit or survive in a new situation.

300

The scientists used the observatory to study the stars and planets, using powerful telescopes.

A) A place where people watch and study the stars and planets.
B) A place for growing. 
C) A kind of telescope for looking at animals.
D) A museum for ancient artifacts.

A) A place where people watch and study the stars and planets.

300

The drummer kept a steady rhythm, making it easy for the rest of the band to follow.

A) A type of fast dance move.
B) A type of musical instrument.
C) A pattern of beats or sounds in music or speech.
D) A kind of song with no beat.

C) A pattern of beats or sounds in music or speech.

300

The basketball player was a tower on the court, blocking every shot.

  • What kind of figurative language is this? What does it mean? 
  • (Metaphor) Meaning: The basketball player was very tall and effective at blocking shots.
300

My friend was feeling blue after his pet fish died.

  • What does "feeling blue" mean? 
  • Literal meaning: My friend was feeling sad after his pet fish died.
400

The gradual change in temperature over the week made it easier to adjust to the new climate.

A) Happening all at once.
B) Not changing at all.
C) Changing or happening slowly over time.
D) Happening in a very loud way.

C) Changing or happening slowly over time.

400

DAILY DOUBLE!!! 

Despite their differences, the two leaders shared a cordial handshake, signaling respect.

A) Rude and unfriendly.
B) Very loud and noisy.
C) Warm, friendly, and polite.
D) Very serious and strict.

C) Warm, friendly, and polite.

400

The contrast between the bright yellow walls and the dark furniture was striking, creating a dramatic effect in the room.

A) To compare two things and show how they are different.
B) To mix two things together.
C) To repeat the same thing over and over.
D) To make things look the same.

A) To compare two things and show how they are different.

400
  • DAILY DOUBLE!!! 
  • The old house was a ghost, standing silent and empty.

What kind of figurative language is this? What does it mean? 


(Metaphor) Meaning: The old house was eerie and uninhabited.

400

When I finally got to play my favorite video game, I was in my element.

  • What does "in my element" mean? 
  • Literal meaning: When I finally got to play my favorite video game, I was in a situation where I felt comfortable and skilled.
500

The idea that we could fly to the moon with a hot air balloon was pure nonsense—it was totally unrealistic.

A) Something that makes perfect sense.
B) Something that is true and serious.
C) A type of important news.
D) Something that is silly or doesn't make sense.

D) Something that is silly or doesn't make sense.

500

The practical solution to fixing the leaky faucet was to replace the worn-out washers, rather than buying a new sink.

A) Something that is useful in real life.
B) Something that is only fun and for entertainment.
C) Something that is very expensive and hard to use.
D) Something that is only for looking at, not using.

A) Something that is useful in real life.

500

The police officers rushed to seize the stolen goods before the thief could escape.

A) To let go of something gently.
B) To take something quickly and forcefully.
C) To ask for something politely.
D) To hide something carefully.

B) To take something quickly and forcefully.

500

My mom told me to take it with a grain of salt when I heard rumors at school.

  • What does "take it with a grain of salt" mean? 



  • Literal meaning: My mom told me to not completely believe the rumors I heard at school.
500

DAILY DOUBLE!!!!

After practicing for weeks, the team finally turned the tables and won the championship.

  • What does "turned the tables" mean? 
  • Literal meaning: After practicing for weeks, the team finally reversed their situation and won the championship.