Context Clues

What is the closest synonym for "context?"

• synonym
• definition
• setting
• theme

"The judge issued an injunction that ordered the accused criminal to remain under house arrest." what is the best synonym for "injunction?"

(a)  

• official command
• question
• crime
• guilty verdict

"Unlike the other candidates, who stammered and stuttered through their speeches, Lilli was eloquent." What is the best definition of "eloquent?"

• well-spoken
• musical
• quick witted
• intelligent

"We accept $10 bills, $20 bills, and any other denomination you might have." What does "denomination" mean in this context?

(a)  

• credit card
• value of money
• loan
• form of currency

Imperialism flourished in the 19th century, as the British took control of India and Belgium seized the Congo." What does "imperialism" mean?

• When one country declares war on another
• When two countries form a partnership
• When a country declares its independence
• When one country takes over another

The words "climatic" and "climactic" have similar ___ but different ___.

• sounds; meanings
• synonyms; antonyms
• spellings; sounds
• meanings; spellings

"King Max was known for his benevolence. He was said to be the ___, gentlest, and most generous man in the kingdom."

What word might fit in the blank?

• happiest
• richest
• handomest
• nicest

"The performers diverted the guests with a variety of jokes and songs." What's an antonym for "diverted?"

(a)  

• entertained
• bored
• satisfied
• punctured