Context Clues Practice

Question 1

Al had no need for the broken air conditioner, so he deserted it on the corner by the trash. What does deserted mean?

Accepted Answer

discarded

Question 2

Since it was Saturday, Al thought it was uncharacteristic that he saw no children playing outside on the beautiful day.

Accepted Answer

unusual

Question 3

The teacher scrutinized the boy who had money hanging out of his pockets, after a student reported money missing.

Accepted Answer

examined closely

Question 4

Kevin thought that rules were biased that girls could wear earrings in the school while the boys could not.

Accepted Answer

unfair

Question 5

On the way to her room, after just having been grounded, Tammy murmured something under her breath.

Accepted Answer

muttered or grumbled softly

Question 6

If a wolf refuses to help its pack hunt, it becomes a pariah and must go on alone, no other wolves will stay with him.

Accepted Answer

an outcast

Question 7

After the bird escaped, Chris tried to coax it back into the cage with treats. What does coax mean?

Accepted Answer

persuade

Question 8

Abbott was a one handed player. To become famous he had to practice habitually. A synonym of habitually is frequently.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 9

While others eat eggs, pancakes and bacon for breakfast, Jim was content with a piece of toast and a glass of juice.

Accepted Answer

satisfied

Question 10

Since professional athletes have to stay in peak physical shape, athletes seldom eat junk food.

Accepted Answer

rarely

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