Context Clues
Describing
Mix it Up
r and s words
100
Ashley stared at the newest style of jeans in the catalog. She just had to have them. Her birthday money was not quite enough to cover the expense. Although she didn't want to GROVEL, she decided to plead with her parents for the money to buy them.
Using context clues, what does the word GROVEL mean?
plead; beg
100
Describe 3 details about a pencil.
Ex: A long, skinny, yellow writing utensil that is made of wood. Has lead and an eraser, can be found in a classroom.
100
This is the jewelry that people sometimes wear on their fingers.
rings
100
The opposite of the ground is the ___
sky
200
Although she was SKEPTICAL about our plan at first, she finally believed that it would be a good idea.
Using context clues, what does the word SKEPTICAL mean?
doubtful
200
Describe 3 details about a book.
Ex: A book is something you read. It has a front and back cover and pages inside with writing and pictures. It can be found in a library or classroom.
200
Describe 3 details about pizza.
Pizza is a food, it's baked in the oven, it has cheese and it's round. You can eat pizza.
200
The opposite of smooth is ___
Rough
300
Seal: People lick the envelope to seal it.
a. To close something tightly and securely.
b. A sea animal
c. A badge
a. To close something tightly and securely
300
Describe 4 details about a dog.
Ex: A dog is an animal you can have as a pet. They are furry, come in many colors, and they can bark.
300
Mouse
300
The color of a firetruck
Red
400
Ms. Gloppen was very disappointed to see a student not wearing their ID. She CHIDED him in the hallway, meaning she expressed her disapproval.
Using context clues, what does CHIDED mean?
expressed her disapproval
400
Describe 4 details about shoes.
Ex: Shoes are an article of clothing you wear on your feet. They come in many colors. They have a sole, laces and tongue.
400
I am going for a bike
Ride
400
The soft yellow material on the edge of the ocean
Sand
500
he young man had a ROBUST appearance; that is, strong and healthy.
Using context clues, what does ROBUST mean?
strong; healthy
500
Describe 3 details about a car.
A rocket is a type of transportation. It is made of metal, has fins, and an engine. It can fly in outer space, is large in size, and is loud.
500
reak: We needed to take a break after gym class.
a. To smash, hit, or divide something.
b. A rest or pause.
c. A pedal used to stop your car.
b. a rest or pause
500
This is the form of summer precipitation that falls from the sky when the clouds get dark?
rain