Elementary Context Clues

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Do you know the girl waving at us over there?

• he and she

• you and I

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Since it was cold, we made a fire to warm up.

• the heat and flames produced by burning.

• water in a frozen, solid state.

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We need a map and compass to find our way in the forest.

• a picture that shows the rivers, mountains and trails

• a public road along which vehicles travel

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The school bell is ringing and it's time to line up for class.

• to speak in a soft, low tone

• a hollow metal cup that makes a ringing sound when you hit it.

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The child was rushed to the hospital after she had an adverse reaction to the medicine.

• Healing

• Harmful

• Soothing

• Helpful

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The novice teacher was excited about her first teaching job since graduating college.

• Beginner

• Experienced

• Knowledgeable

• Mean

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The alluring aroma of the cookies drew Sandy toward the kitchen for a taste.

• Unpleasant

• Unappetizing

• Desirable

• Obnoxious

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The man should go to jail for his inhumane treatment of his horses.

• Loving

• Caring

• Proper

• Cruel

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The greedy child was snatching candy from the shelf.

• Happy

• Pleasant

• Giving

• Selfish

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You should not belittle his effort but thank him for trying.

• Make important/ compliment

• Make unimportant/ make fun of

• Make inviting

• Make appealing