Context Clues: Synonym 1. The book of logic contained many conundrums - mind-exercising puzzles.

Using the synonym clue, the word conundrums in this sentence means pictures answers stories puzzles Jackie was filled with mortification, or shame, because of her careless remark. Using the synonym clue, the word mortification in this sentence means proud confident shame happy His rancor, or hatred, of his brother has caused him to live his life as a lonely person. Using the synonym clue, the word rancor in this sentence means love tolerance generous hatred The events for the conference were listed in chronological order. They began with the first event of the day and ended with the closing ceremonies in the evening. Using the synonym clue, the word chronological in this sentence means out of order messed up broken in order There was crazy pandemonium as people were trying to leave the rock concert. Using the synonym clue, the word pandemonium in this sentence means silence order craziness or chaos peace The man was sent to the penitentiary, or prison, for stealing cars. Using the synonym clue, the word penitentiary in this sentence means paradise prison hotel heaven

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Context Clues: Explanations 1. Katie appeared infallible in math class because she had never gotten a problem wrong. Using the explanation clue, the word infallible in this sentence means never wrong wrong mistaken incorrect The tornado annihilated the whole town to the point that nothing was left standing. Using the explanation clue, the word annihilated in this sentence means destroyed created saved constructed We could tell by the rotten smell, that something putrid was in our trash can. Using the explanation clue, the word putrid in this sentence means ample rotten alive appealing Phyllis felt elated when she won the race. Using the explanation clue, the word elated in this sentence means sick miserable

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The insidious burglar was able to sneak into the house without being heard or seen. Using the explanation clue, the word insidious in this sentence means strong clumsy loud sneaky The voters were so upset about the outcome of the election that a skirmish broke out and the police had to break it up. Using the explanation clue, the word skirmish in this sentence means fight hurricane sunshine creature Context Clues: Example Sentences

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Projectiles include those items that are shot forward such as a cannon shell, bullet, or rocket. Using the example clue, the word projectiles in this sentence means things put down things hurt things shot forward things broken The professor was a favorite among the students at the college. His sagacity was helpful to them as they pursued their degrees. The professor was known to use his experience, insight, and common sense to help students pursue their education. Using the example clue, the word sagacity in this sentence means silliness wisdom thoughtlessness negligence

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Famous conquistadors include Cortes, who conquered Aztec Mexico and Pizarro, who conquered Inca Peru. Using the example clue, the word conquistadors in this sentence means geographers victims losers conquerors A sleuth, such as Sherlock Holmes, can be very helpful in solving crimes. Using the example clue, the word sleuth in this sentence means senior citizen pilot man detective 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 two events competition with ten events competition with eight events competition with five events Context Clues: Antonyms Although Tom was anxious about the test, Tina was not worried at all. Using the antonym clue, the word anxious in this sentence means forgetful calm worried not worried Two new girls started school this week. Beth has a gregarious personality. Jenna is rather quiet. Using the antonym clue, the word gregarious in this sentence means shy timid bashful outgoing If you don't conquer your fears, they will beat you. Using the antonym clue, the word conquer in this sentence means lose win

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While Lily was careful not to be seen as she peeked out the window, Phil was not as cautious and was seen! Using the antonym clue, the word cautious in this sentence means careful risky not careful trouble Although the princess is familiar to those in London, she is unknown to the rest of the world. Using the antonym clue, the word familiar in this sentence means pretty old smart well-known Although Mary was willing to play in the snow, Jack was reluctant because he was so cold. Using the antonym clue, the word reluctant in this sentence means ready not willing willing excited Context Clues: Comparison Clues The girls languidly put on their jackets as if they had no energy at all. Using the comparison clue, the word languidly in this sentence means energetically quickly

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The mother was determined to prove her son's innocence; the father was resolute as well. Using the comparison clue, the word resolute in this sentence means wavering not determined determined unsure Some people feel perplexed by brain teasers, while others figure them out quickly. Using the comparison clue, the word perplexed in this sentence means troubled or confused calm at ease relaxed After being unable to get a good night's sleep for many days, Allyson became lethargic. She didn't have the energy to get out of bed. Using the comparison clue, the word lethargic in this sentence means active exhausted bubbly lively Instead of climbing into bed, she decided to take a nap on the chaise. Using the comparison clue, the word chaise in this sentence means sleeping bag bed-like furniture

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Context Clues: Contrast Clues 1. Johnny was besotted in not checking the depth of the water before he jumped in, but it was a good thing that his father was wise and checked it first. Using the contrast clue, the word besotted in this sentence means decent foolish unaware incomplete Brad made a cursory effort to finish his homework. This was unlike him; usually he worked hard to finish before dinner. Using the contrast clue, the word cursory in this sentence means insincere valid genuine actual I thought the painting of the waves crashing into the shore was very picturesque, but I thought the one next to it was quite ugly. Using the contrast clue, the word picturesque in this sentence means attractive colorful large soothing The omnipotent superhero always won his battles, unlike his weak opponents. Using the contrast clue, the word omnipotent in this sentence means almighty or all powerful powerless weak After being ill and unable to eat for three days, Beverly had a voracious appetite. Using the contrast clue, the word voracious in this sentence means satisfied small quenched big We were all pretty apathetic in the movie about animals, but we became interested when it started showing all the tricks dogs could do. Using the contrast clue, the word apathetic in this sentence means gracious uninterested angry sleepy Context Clues 1. The diamond ring was radiantly shining on her finger. Using the synonym clue, the word radiantly in this sentence means brightly really

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We shopped at the emporium, which is as large as the shopping center, for shampoo and bath soap. Using the comparison clue, the word emporium in this sentence means amusement park large store bathroom library The saturated, dripping dog ran in the house after swimming in the lake. Using the synonym clue, the word saturated in this sentence means wet dirty old smelly In the pirate story, there were the good guys against the buccaneers. Using the contrast clue, the word buccaneers in this sentence means actors pirates

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An evanescent ring surrounded the moon as it rose. It was there for a moment, and then it disappeared. Using the explanation clue, the word evanescent in this sentence means full brief ongoing bright The sun made the lake water shimmer. Using the explanation clue, the word shimmer in this sentence means dirty dark dull sparkle or shine Context Clues: Example Sentences

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1. Julie bought a gift for her mom at a cart in the mall. The kiosk 2. I ate a portion of everything on my plate when I ate a small sells special chocolate candies. piece of meat, a small piece of bread, and a small piece of In this sentence, the word kiosk means chocolate pie. In this sentence, the word portion means car whole office piece department spoiled cart complete

3. Birds that migrate, such as some ducks and geese, leave their home in the winter. In this sentence, the word migrate means swimming to move flying 5. A limerick is a fun way to use words. You can make up poems, rhymes, and songs. In this sentence, the word limerick means verse copy report text 7. Our country's highest politician, the president, has the job of making sure our country stays safe. In this sentence, the word politician means man boss golfer elected person 1. The boy acted in a humane way when taking care of the lost dog. In this sentence, the word humane means hurtful caring mean bad 3. An evanescent ring surrounded the moon as it rose. It was there for a moment, and then it disappeared. In this sentence, the word evanescent means full bright brief ongoing 5. It is hard to believe that it's been a whole century since the airplane was invented. In this sentence, the word century means month week 100 years day 7. The runner was last in the race. He began to feel great duress to get ahead of the other racers. He needed to win to keep his standing in the sport. In this sentence, the word duress means pressure order belief view 9. John Public committed an offense when he robbed the bank. In this sentence, the word offense means money murder crime cash

4. There are many forms of transportation, such as a bus, a car, or a train, that can get you to the zoo. In this sentence, the word transportation means toys animals system for moving people or things times 6. Precipitation, such as rain and snow, falls from the sky. In this sentence, the word precipitation means lightening water that falls from the sky thunder

8. Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow. In this sentence, the word nutritious means healthy boring yucky

Context Clues: Explanations 2. I asked if I could go to Hailey's party, and Mom said she would have to give it some consideration before she gave me an answer. In this sentence, the word consideration means paint thought flame mistake 4. Matt has such a kind disposition that he always helps people. In this sentence, the word disposition means doctor attitude or way enemy show-off 6. Ellie is a blithe young girl. She always greets everyone with a smile. In this sentence, the word blithe means cheery angry sad unhappy 8. My little sister is a nuisance when she asks too many silly questions. In this sentence, the word nuisance means teacher friend help pest 10. She winced in pain when the rock fell on her foot. In this sentence, the word winced means flinched cried jumped screamed

Context Clues: Antonyms 1. Two new girls started school this week. Beth has a gregarious personality. Jenna is rather quiet. In this sentence, the word gregarious means shy outgoing bashful timid 2. Some think that rules are unimportant, but they are vital when playing a game. In this sentence, the word vital means followed important useful used

3. The cat scuttled quickly around the room without lying down at all. In this sentence, the word scuttled means ran walked sneaked crawled 5. The smell from the refrigerator was very foul, but the freezer smelled fresh. In this sentence, the word foul means bird unpleasant free helpful 7. The lanky dog was not fat, even though he ate a lot. In this sentence, the word lanky means skinny huge big furry 9. She had a smirk on her face instead of a frown. In this sentence, the word smirk means smile tear laugh sad look

4. The rich woman gave a paltry sum to the charity even though she was able to give much more. In this sentence, the word paltry means equal worthy small large 6. I meandered through the woods and did not win the race. In this sentence, the word meandered means jogged ran hurried wandered 8. If you don't conquer your fears, they will beat you. In this sentence, the word conquer means talk about lose win forget 10. Ben tried to miss the rock in the road. It was futile. He hit it head on and soared over his handlebars. In this sentence, the word futile means hopeless able needed final

Context Clues: Synonyms 1. Though Samantha's test was partially done, she received a low 2. The soft pliable wood was easy to bend. grade because it was not complete. In this sentence, the word pliable means In this sentence, the word partially means bendable badly rough finally solid completely hard incomplete 3. The altar boy was an acolyte - a helper in the religious service. 4. My best friend has been a companion to me for five years. In this sentence, the word acolyte means In this sentence, the word companion means deacon mother boss friend leader brother helper father 5. The saturated, dripping dog ran in the house after swimming in the lake. In this sentence, the word saturated means old smelly wet dirty 7. Mom had to sterilize, or clean, the baby's bottle. In this sentence, the word sterilize means dirty throw out clean buy 9. We are planning a picnic for today. It is sunny and warm outside. It will be an idyllic day - just perfect for a picnic. In this sentence, the word idyllic means flawed unsure perfect bad 6. The ugly monster's face was hideous to look at. In this sentence, the word hideous means beautiful scary funny lovely 8. The lady sat primly straight in the chair. In this sentence, the word primly means proper or tall slouched up down 10. Tara watches the TV continuously, or all the time. In this sentence, the word continuously means in the morning all the time never in the country

Context Clues: Comparison Clues 1. My dog was devoted, as if he were my best friend. In this sentence, the word devoted means faithful or loving hated unloving 2. Carey was chosen as the emissary for the first grade. He will represent us at the state spelling contest. In this sentence, the word emissary means rival enemy representative foe 4. Tina used a parasol, which is like an umbrella, to block the sun. In this sentence, the word parasol means umbrella to block the sun beach towel sunscreen raincoat 6. Our expedition to Italy was the best trip I've taken in my life! In this sentence, the word expedition means spaghetti drive journey flight 8. At the new conference, the president received a barrage of questions. The reporters asked one after the other. In this sentence, the word barrage means minimal least few abundance 10. Lee was always argumentative, like his sister who liked to fight. In this sentence, the word argumentative means calm peacemaker peaceful like to fight

3. Our driveway was gelid yesterday, just like the ice in the freezer, but it has thawed out since then. In this sentence, the word gelid means hard hot icy cracked 5. The buoyant raft floated on the water like a feather. In this sentence, the word buoyant means floatable heavy hard 7. Exercise is as beneficial to you as is eating healthy food. In this sentence, the word beneficial means harmful bad hurtful good for you 9. The stench of the old shoes was like the smell of garbage. In this sentence, the word stench means freshness stink sweetness

Context Clues: Contrast Clues 1. After taking the lift to the top, Doug was reluctant to ski down 2. The domestic cat was much nicer than the wild cat. the mountain. His friend Bob was eager to take off. Slowly, In this sentence, the word domestic means Bob got Doug to try to ski. mad In this sentence, the word reluctant means mean happy calm or tame unwilling ready keen 3. Jack labored at his job all day while Peggy rested in bed. In this sentence, the word labored means worked rested napped slept 4. He is considerate, unlike his mean sister. In this sentence, the word considerate means happy fun nice

5. The sweltering summer heat was unlike the cold air of winter. 6. In the pirate story, there were the good guys against the In this sentence, the word sweltering means buccaneers. In this sentence, the word buccaneers means cold actors hot helpers cool teachers pirates 7. We were reluctant to go into the dark hallway, which is dark and spooky. In this sentence, the word reluctant means unwilling mad happy excited 9. The good guy in the story was strong and kind, unlike the 8. Her piercing scream was not at all like a whisper. In this sentence, the word piercing means loud silent quiet

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may be poor if you spend too much. In this sentence, the word prosper means poor gain wealth die lose Context Clues

1. An edifice, such as the Empire State Building, can take years to build. Using the example clue, the word edifice in this sentence means coal mine concrete wall steel large building 3. The bank robber kept a hostage captive for twenty-four hours until he decided to emancipate him. Using the contrast clue, the word emancipate in this sentence means captive hold free keep 5. After being ill and unable to eat for three days, Beverly had a voracious appetite. Using the contrast clue, the word voracious in this sentence means small quenched big satisfied 7. The girls languidly put on their jackets as if they had no energy at all. Using the comparison clue, the word languidly in this sentence means energetically energy-less quickly actively

2. The servant burnished the silver vase, rubbing hard to bring back the shine. Using the explanation clue, the word burnished in this sentence means polished pounded muted clouded 4. A melancholy sadness fell over the crowd after hearing the shocking news. Using the synonym clue, the word melancholy in this sentence means quiet depressed or sad calm good 6. Candles, flashlights, and lamps illuminate the room. Using the example clue, the word illuminate in this sentence means lower light up darken weaken 8. 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 antonym clue, the word triumvirate in this sentence means president a group of three king a group of two

Context Clues 1. There were many diminutive items in the dollhouse including tiny chairs, petite beds, and little pictures. diminutive means: Clues: 2. The lists comprise of seven rules, but talking while your mouth is open is not included. comprise means:

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Circle the word that does not belong. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. flush messy knowledge wisdom careless usual despondency check plod disorder ruin invoke decent regular grand Theme: Nervous System epiglottis Subject: Pets goldfish Title: The Slippery Banana monkey Theme: Respiratory System strap muscles Theme: Flowering Plants cape Theme: Breakfast macaroni Theme: Earth spectroscope Theme: Invertebrates larva Theme: Adjectives stupid rush pleasant learning illiterateness thoughtless home disbelief beginning lumber order spoil depress mischievous sporadic stately stream neat wisdom ignorance negligent weird distrust end shuffle clutter restore sink naughty variable little hesitate comfortable incomprehension folly considerate domestic anticipate conclusion cruise mess wreck hoist unruly formal majestic

Circle the word that does not belong. autonomic nervous system comic books sidewalk respiratory system fumitory cinnamon rolls mid-ocean ridge exoskeleton snowsuits drag jellyfish green-eyed nerve signals dogs falling exhale broom cereal deposition echinoderm gaudy roll shark smart medulla oblongata cats fruit cilia goldenrod coffee Richter scale anaconda secret manager roadrunner envy

10. Theme: Airplanes downward pitch 11. Theme: Ocean Animals blowfish 12. Title: Julie the Jealous Genius bad student