Context Clues

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

whispered

Question 2

I MEANDERED through the woods taking my time exploring.

Accepted Answer

wandered

Question 3

Some people feel PERPLEXED by brain teasers, while others figure them out quickly.

Accepted Answer

confused

Question 4

After failing many ties on his skis, Doug was RELUCTANT to ski down the mountain again.

Accepted Answer

unwilling

Question 5

The rays from the sun shone SPLENDIDLY through out window.

Accepted Answer

beautifully

Question 6

The cat SCUTTLED quickly around the room without lying down at all.

Accepted Answer

ran

Question 7

After the bird escaped, Chris tried to COAX it back into the cage with treats.

Accepted Answer

encourage

Question 8

The diamond ring was RADIANTLY shining on her finger.

Accepted Answer

brightly

Question 9

The bird was PERCHED up on a branch looking down at the people below.

Accepted Answer

sitting

Question 10

Jackie was MORTIFIED after her puppy ripped her friend's brand new sweater.

Accepted Answer

embarrassed

Question 11

Since athletes must stay in great shape they SELDOM eat junk food.

Accepted Answer

rarely

Question 12

How do you use context clues?

Accepted Answer

Look at the words surrounding an unknown word

Question 13

The SATURATED, dripping dog ran in the house after swimming in the lake.

Accepted Answer

completely wet

Question 14

The smooth dancer moved with ELEGANCE across the stage.

Accepted Answer

grace

Question 15

Why should you use context clues?

Accepted Answer

To help determine the meaning of an unknown word.

Question 16

Tim went to the museum every weekend because he was so FASCINATED by art.

Accepted Answer

deeply interested

Question 17

The judge questioned the witness, but he DECLINED to answer.

Accepted Answer

refused

Question 18

Grandpa didn't know that it was going to rain on the fishing trip, he had to ALTER his plans.

Accepted Answer

change

Question 19

The LANKY dog never got fat, even though he ate a lot.

Accepted Answer

skinny

Question 20

Tracy held the DELICATE flower gently so the stem wouldn't break.

Accepted Answer

fragile

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