Meaning of Unfamiliar Words Using Context Clues

At noon, my eyes became heavy, and I let out a loud yawn. However, I decided to forgo my afternoon name and take a walk around the park.

What does FORGO mean?

• End quickly

• Do without

• Change

• Rest

The steep mountain trails were covered with rocks and fallen trees. Grace was as agile as a cat as she quickly made her was to the summit of the mountain.

What does agile mean?

• Moving quickly and easily

• Having great strength

• Being young

• Being in a hurry

As Persus lifted his sword to smite Medusa, he used his mirrored shield to guide the fatal blow.

What does smite mean?

• Capture

• Betray

• Strike Hard

• Battle with

The smoke began to stifle the firefighter. She crouched down below the plumes of smoke to take a breath of air.

What does stifle mean?

• Exhaust

• Frighten

• Burn

• Suffocate

The invention of digital music files, such as MP3s, made a CD, and cassette players are obsolete. However, record players have become popular again in recent years.

What does obsolete mean?

• Silly

• Desired

• No longer needed

• Complicated

Tim conceded his loss with grace, even though he hated to lose. No one could deny that Jen had outplayed him. Next time, it might be Jen who would have to accept defeat.

What does conceded mean?

• Deny

• Understand

• Avoid

• Admit

For three years, Billy had dreamed about having champion hunting dogs. Now he wanted something tangible, like a trophy, which he could hold in his hand and show

What does tangible mean?

• Real; Actual

• Valuable

• Unusual

• Special; Unique

The dinner lasted for hours with endless speechmaking. Jonathan found the whole experience to be quite tedious, and he made no effort to hold back his yawns.

What does tedious mean?

• Interesting

• Exciting

• Tiresome

• Important

The British, tea is considered indispensable. Many Americans feel that they can't start the day without a cup of coffee. However, both beverages are not truly a necessity.

What does indispensable mean?

• Customary

• Necessary

• Delicious

• Unecessary

I had hoped to photograph the eclipse last night, but the storm clouds thwarted my plans.

What does thwarted mean?

• Quickly influence

• Observe Carefully

• Assist or help

• Prevent from doing something