Context Clues

Front

U.S.A. is an acronym for United States of America.

Back

abbreviation

Front

She convinced us with her coherent argument.

Back

understandable

Front

The sweet fragrance from the roses floated across the garden.

Back

smell

Front

Ratio of boys to girls in class: 1.5:2

Back

proportion

Front

The speaker shared an amusing anecdote about his dog.

Back

story

Front

My mother inherited her green eyes from her father.

Back

received

Front

Laughter during the play at the dialogue between the hero and his silly partner.

Back

conversation

Front

The hotel had an elaborate entrance with marble columns, fresh flowers, and velvet cushions.

Back

fancy

Front

Criteria for an A: submit all assignments & score 90%+.

Back

Standards

Front

The pristine water came from a high mountain stream with no pollution.

Back

unspoiled