Your cousin claimed to be late because the doors of his house were frozen shut. Even though I have my doubts, his explanation is plausible . It got really cold last night. I’ll just have to take his word for it. What does the underlined word mean?

It’s believable enough to possibly be true

It’s hard to understand because it makes no sense

Projectiles , such as cannons, missiles, and rockets, are dangerous. Which is the definition of the word projectiles?

things that are shot through the air

Some people are sure that the new health care law will mean better care for everyone. Others argue that the law will mean less care and longer waiting lines for those who need to see doctors. It’s a controversy that will not go away soon. What does the underlined word mean?

to have strong disagreements over

need to pay for a visit to a doctor

Our classroom faces the playground, so we get easily distracted. What does the underlined word mean?

to deal with something bravely or boldly

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1 min • 1 pt

Before you go fishing, don’t forget to stop by the sporting goods store and pick up lures, reels, rods, and any other tackle you need.
What does the underlined word mean?

lures

fishing

equipment

food

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

In the Netherlands, children leave clogs, or wooden shoes, for Santa Claus to fill instead of stockings.
What does the underlined word mean?

wooden shoes

stockings

candy

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Unlike the other politicians who are often dishonest, our mayor appears to be forthright.
What does the underlined word mean?

dishonest

honest

untrustworthy

corrupt

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Although my mom doesn’t enjoy spicy Mexican dishes, I find the piquant flavor to be delightful.
What does the underlined word mean?

sour

sweet

spicy

food

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life saving research.
Which is the definition of the word esteemed?

held over boiling water

very old

unable to chew

greatly admired

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Most of America’s Founding Fathers did not believe in women’s suffrage. Therefore only men could vote in the United States until the 1920s.
Which is the definition of the word suffrage?

something that causes physical pain

an early flag

skirts that did not cover ankles

the right to vote

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

An article in the newspaper says that the Harry Potter series is responsible for the dwindling number of wild owls in America. This is happening because the wild owls are being trapped and sold as pets to kids who are fans of the series and want to own a pet owl like Harry.
What does the underlined word mean?

appearing in movies

becoming less

flying

increasing

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

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Context Clues

Before you go fishing, don’t forget to stop by the sporting goods store and pick up lures, reels, rods, and any other tackle you need.
What does the underlined word mean?

In the Netherlands, children leave clogs, or wooden shoes, for Santa Claus to fill instead of stockings.
What does the underlined word mean?

Unlike the other politicians who are often dishonest, our mayor appears to be forthright.
What does the underlined word mean?

Although my mom doesn’t enjoy spicy Mexican dishes, I find the piquant flavor to be delightful.
What does the underlined word mean?

Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life saving research.
Which is the definition of the word esteemed?

Most of America’s Founding Fathers did not believe in women’s suffrage. Therefore only men could vote in the United States until the 1920s.
Which is the definition of the word suffrage?

Thomas hiked to the apex of the mountain and got a fantastic view of the entire city.
What does the underlined word mean?

Your cousin claimed to be late because the doors of his house were frozen shut. Even though I have my doubts, his explanation is plausible. It got really cold last night. I’ll just have to take his word for it.
What does the underlined word mean?

As the summer sun sent scattered rays through the maple and oak leaves overhead, the young deer stood frozen, making it almost impossible for hikers to see her.
What is the meaning of the word frozen as it is used in the sentence above?

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Context Clues

Before you go fishing, don’t forget to stop by the sporting goods store and pick up lures, reels, rods, and any other tackle you need.What does the underlined word mean?

In the Netherlands, children leave clogs, or wooden shoes, for Santa Claus to fill instead of stockings.What does the underlined word mean?

Unlike the other politicians who are often dishonest, our mayor appears to be forthright.What does the underlined word mean?

Although my mom doesn’t enjoy spicy Mexican dishes, I find the piquant flavor to be delightful.What does the underlined word mean?

Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life saving research.Which is the definition of the word esteemed?

Most of America’s Founding Fathers did not believe in women’s suffrage. Therefore only men could vote in the United States until the 1920s.Which is the definition of the word suffrage?

Thomas hiked to the apex of the mountain and got a fantastic view of the entire city.What does the underlined word mean?

Your cousin claimed to be late because the doors of his house were frozen shut. Even though I have my doubts, his explanation is plausible. It got really cold last night. I’ll just have to take his word for it.What does the underlined word mean?

As the summer sun sent scattered rays through the maple and oak leaves overhead, the young deer stood frozen, making it almost impossible for hikers to see her.What is the meaning of the word frozen as it is used in the sentence above?

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Before you go fishing, don’t forget to stop by the sporting goods store and pick up lures, reels, rods, and any other tackle you need.
What does the underlined word mean?

In the Netherlands, children leave clogs, or wooden shoes, for Santa Claus to fill instead of stockings.
What does the underlined word mean?

Unlike the other politicians who are often dishonest, our mayor appears to be forthright.
What does the underlined word mean?

Although my mom doesn’t enjoy spicy Mexican dishes, I find the piquant flavor to be delightful.
What does the underlined word mean?

Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life saving research.
Which is the definition of the word esteemed?

Most of America’s Founding Fathers did not believe in women’s suffrage. Therefore only men could vote in the United States until the 1920s.
Which is the definition of the word suffrage?

Thomas hiked to the apex of the mountain and got a fantastic view of the entire city.
What does the underlined word mean?

Your cousin claimed to be late because the doors of his house were frozen shut. Even though I have my doubts, his explanation is plausible. It got really cold last night. I’ll just have to take his word for it.
What does the underlined word mean?

As the summer sun sent scattered rays through the maple and oak leaves overhead, the young deer stood frozen, making it almost impossible for hikers to see her.
What is the meaning of the word frozen as it is used in the sentence above?