Context Clues

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

confused

Question 2

After falling many times on his skis, Doug was reluctant to ski down the mountain again.

Accepted Answer

unwilling

Question 3

Many people work hard to preserve the trees in the rainforest, so they stay beautiful.

Accepted Answer

protect

Question 4

Our social studies textbook is obsolete, so we cannot order any more of them.

Accepted Answer

no longer used

Question 5

The lanky dog was not fat, even though he ate a lot.

Accepted Answer

skinny

Question 6

The sun was not weak. It's rays were extremely vivid today.

Accepted Answer

powerful

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

deeply interested

Question 8

The sheriff dedicated his award to his family because he appreciated them.

Accepted Answer

offered

Question 9

We had to convert the gym into a ballroom for the school dance.

Accepted Answer

change

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

wet

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