Context Clues

Front

The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun.

Back

burned 

Front

When he didn’t understand the instructions, the student asked the teacher to clarify them.

Back

explain

Front

I was so parched, I drank an entire glass of water in one gulp.

Back

thirsty

Front

The delightful aroma of food cooking in the kitchen made my mouth water.

Back

smell

Front

The parking lot was so congested, it took half an hour to get out.

Back

crowded

Front

Pete was envious of his brother's new bicycle.

Back

jealous

Front

Marcia is a novice soccer player. It is her first day of practice.

Back

beginner

Front

The conspicuous man wore a purple wig and large sunglasses.

Back

easily noticed

Front

The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun.

Back

burned 

Front

Greg begged his parents to PERMIT him to watch more television, but they said he had to finish his homework.

Back

allow