Name _____________________________ Date ___________________ (Answer ID # 0521185) Context Clues 1. Animals fromthe equine group, such as horses and zebras, are hoofed mammals. Using the example clue, the word equine in this sentence means reptile fish horse group bird 2. After ricocheting, or bouncing, off the walls, the ball crashed through the window. Using the synonymclue, the word ricocheting in this sentence means resting never moving sitting bouncing 3. The musical cadence was a delight. Using the synonymclue, the word cadence in this sentence means sight rhythm look smell 4. Sheila's incredulous attitude frustrated the rest of us because we were trying to tell her the truth about her best friend. Using the antonymclue, the word incredulous in this sentence means innocent violent formal unbelieving 5. The emergency roomdoctors see patients with trauma, such as a broken bone, every night. Using the example clue, the word trauma in this sentence means plans injury headaches goals 6. Hurricane Katrina caused a great cataclysm -New Orleans was a disaster. Using the synonymclue, the word cataclysmin this sentence means miracle session disaster wonder 6/1/2009 edHelper.com www.edhelperblog.com/cgi-bin/la.cgi 1/7 PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.comName _____________________________ Date ___________________ (Answer ID # 0742238) Context Clues 7. Cody's hair was disheveled while Peggy's hair was so neat. Using the contrast clue, the word disheveled in this sentence means clean nice messy neat 8. In court, Carl defended himself against spurious accusations that he had robbed the local bank. The truth was revealed when the real crook was arrested. Using the antonymclue, the word spurious in this sentence means true correct genuine false 9. There was pandemoniumwhen the teacher walked out of the door just as there was confusion when the lunch monitor left the cafeteria. Using the comparison clue, the word pandemonium in this sentence means confusion peace calmness serenity 10. The twins were both crying at the same time so Momtried to soothe one while Dad tried to mollify the other. Using the comparison clue, the word mollify in this sentence means soothe upset worry make sad 11. I don't think we'll need to utilize, or use, the hand cart to haul in the computers. Using the synonymclue, the word utilize in this sentence means use build destroy make 12. Adamwas cajoling one coworker to join the teamwhile Philip tried a different approach -being mean and ordering another coworker to join. Using the contrast clue, the word cajoling in this sentence means coax with flattery order mean-spirited force 6/1/2009 edHelper.com www.edhelperblog.com/cgi-bin/la.cgi 2/7 PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.com13. The reporters were allowed to query the actress, such as asking her to tell us about her new movie, but they were not allowed to ask questions about her personal life. Using the example clue, the word query in this sentence means slap attack question particle 14. Mary always brought a sense of serenity home with her because of her calmways, while Max brought a sense of chaos with him. Using the antonymclue, the word serenity in this sentence means calmness confusion chaos disorder 6/1/2009 edHelper.com www.edhelperblog.com/cgi-bin/la.cgi 3/7 PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.comName _____________________________ Date ___________________ (Answer ID # 0218323) Context Clues 15. Jackie was filled with mortification, or shame, because of her careless remark. Using the synonymclue, the word mortification in this sentence means happy shame confident proud 16. We should be careful not to ostracize those who are different fromus. It is much better for all if we are welcoming to everyone. Using the antonymclue, the word ostracize in this sentence means welcome embrace exclude include 17. After Julius Caesar was assassinated, a triumvirate ruled Rome. The three men in charge were Octavian, Mark Antony, and Marcus Lepidus. It was felt that this was best for Rome because the people did not want a dictator or emperor. Using the antonymclue, the word triumvirate in this sentence means president king a group of three a group of two 18. In the fall, the bright foliage is a delight to see. Red, orange, and yellow leaves and vegetation paint the world for our enjoyment. Using the example clue, the word foliage in this sentence means houses rocks leaves dirt 19. When we received the sad news, we cried for a long time. The catharsis was a good release for our sorrow. Using the explanation clue, the word catharsis in this sentence means purging surcharge extra addition 20. The altruistic volunteer put her life on hold to help the hurricane victims. Using the explanation clue, the word altruistic in this sentence means coldhearted unselfish greedy selfish 6/1/2009 edHelper.com www.edhelperblog.com/cgi-bin/la.cgi 4/7 PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.com21. The stars were obscured by the clouds, just as the moon was hidden by them, too. Using the comparison clue, the word obscured in this sentence means clear open not hidden hidden 22. The council members decided to rescind the order for a new fire truck. After reviewing the budget, they found they could no longer allow the purchase to continue. Using the antonymclue, the word rescind in this sentence means begin cancel replace return 6/1/2009 edHelper.com www.edhelperblog.com/cgi-bin/la.cgi 5/7 PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.comName _____________________________ Date ___________________ (Answer ID # 0381738) Context Clues 23. Our new puppy was so rambunctious; all she wanted to do was run in circles around the house. Using the explanation clue, the word rambunctious in this sentence means quiet calm energetic laid-back 24. Dr. Smith is an entomologist, or an expert on insects. Using the explanation clue, the word entomologist in this sentence means expert on storage expert on insects fearful person tall person 25. No repairs were needed for the old car because it was in impeccable condition. Using the explanation clue, the word impeccable in this sentence means horrible imperfect bad perfect 26. Since none of us brought an umbrella, we stood under the marquee outside the hotel until the rain stopped. Using the comparison clue, the word marquee in this sentence means roof tree awning or covering 27. Zack was a good at many sports. He excelled in swimming, running, horsemanship, fencing, and target shooting. He decided to compete in the pentathlon rather than having to choose one of the events. Using the example clue, the word pentathlon in this sentence means competition with ten events competition with five events competition with eight events competition with two events 28. An edifice, such as the Empire State Building, can take years to build. Using the example clue, the word edifice in this sentence means coalmine large building steel concrete wall 29. The graduation will commence at 7:00 p.m. and end at 9:30 p.m. 30. The police arrived to confiscate, or seize, the stolen property of the criminal. 6/1/2009 edHelper.com www.edhelperblog.com/cgi-bin/la.cgi 6/7 PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.comUsing the contrast clue, the word commence in this sentence means be over begin conflict be eventful Using the explanation clue, the word confiscate in this sentence means give away seize donate lose 6/1/2009 edHelper.com www.edhelperblog.com/cgi-bin/la.cgi 7/7 PDF created with pdfFactory trial version www.pdffactory.com