Context Clues

Question 1

Unlike the complex puzzle, the solution was simple.

Accepted Answer

complicated

Question 2

When Mark got to the grocery store, there was not much choice because the shelves were sparse.

Accepted Answer

almost empty

Question 3

The animal's unusual behavior seemed peculiar to the zookeeper.

Accepted Answer

strange

Question 4

The singer's rendition of the national anthem was spectacular.

Accepted Answer

version

Question 5

The immigrant moved from China to Australia for a better life.

Accepted Answer

person who moves to a different country

Question 6

Mom's tender hug comforted the crying child.

Accepted Answer

gentle or soft

Question 7

I loathe the smell of rotten old cheese and boiled eggs.

Accepted Answer

to hate or despise

Question 8

The student’s answer was erroneous, so he missed the question.

Accepted Answer

Incorrect

Question 9

The flowers at the park blossomed in vivid colors.

Accepted Answer

bright

Question 10

The couple's children surprised their parents with a jubilee for their 50th anniversary.

Accepted Answer

celebration of a special event

Question 11

Dolphins swim in crisscross paths under the front of the boat called a bow.

Accepted Answer

front of the boat

Question 12

He enjoyed many different genres of music, including rock, jazz, and classical.

Accepted Answer

styles, types

Questions 12