Context Clues and Inferring

What is the meaning of the word 'ominous' in the sentence: The dark clouds looked ominous as they rolled in.

• Foreboding or threatening

• Cheerful

• Joyful

• Exciting

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence: The teacher's stern look silenced the noisy class, what does 'stern' mean?

• lenient

• serious, strict, or severe

• happy

• friendly

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Using context clues, what can you infer about the character based on the sentence: She nervously tapped her foot while waiting for the results?

• The character is anxious

• The character is bored

• The character is relaxed

• The character is excited

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What does the word 'elaborate' mean in the sentence: The chef took time to elaborate on the ingredients used in the dish.

• Provide more detail or information

• Complicate unnecessarily

• Provide less detail or information

• Simplify

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Based on the sentence: The detective carefully examined the clues, what can you infer about the detective's job?

• The detective is involved in investigating and solving mysteries or crimes.

• The detective is a professional athlete

• The detective is a chef

• The detective is a kindergarten teacher

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

In the sentence: The old house had a musty smell, what does 'musty' imply about the house?

• The house has a modern, sleek, and stylish design.

• The house has a damp, stale, and unpleasant odor.

• The house has a bright, colorful, and inviting atmosphere.

• The house has a fresh, clean, and pleasant odor.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What is the meaning of 'furtive' in the sentence: The furtive glances exchanged between the two suspects raised suspicions.

• open

• honest

• secretive or sly

• transparent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Using context clues, what can you infer about the weather from the sentence: The leaves rustled in the wind as dark clouds gathered overhead?

• Foggy weather

• Stormy weather

• Snowy weather

• Sunny weather

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does 'perplexed' mean in the sentence: The complex math problem left the students feeling perplexed.

• confused

• clear

• knowledgeable

• focused

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Based on the sentence: The author's vivid descriptions painted a clear picture in the reader's mind, what can you infer about the author's writing style?

• Descriptive and detailed

• Short and concise

• Confusing and vague

• Bland and uninteresting

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1