Grade 8 English 1st Quarter Exam

What is a context clue?

• A hint or suggestion that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word or phrase

• A type of punctuation mark

• A figure of speech that compares two unlike things

• A type of rhyme scheme

Why are context clues important for understanding a text?

• They can help you to figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words

• They can help you to understand the overall meaning of the text

• They can help you to identify the main idea of the text

• All of the above

In the sentence "The ancient artifact was discovered in a hidden cave," what does the word "ancient" mean?

• New

• Old

• Small

• Large

In the sentence "The majestic mountain towered over the small village," what does the word "majestic" mean?

• Small

• Weak

• Impressive

• Ugly

In the sentence "The mischievous child played pranks on everyone," what does the word "mischievous" mean?

• Kind

• Naughty

• Smart

• Lazy

In the sentence "The aroma of fresh bread filled the air," what does the word "aroma" mean?

• Smell

• Taste

• Sound

• Sight

In the sentence "The intricate design on the vase was beautiful," what does the word "intricate" mean?

• Simple

• Complex

• Ugly

• Small

In the sentence "The weather was inclement, so we stayed indoors," what does the word "inclement" mean?

• Pleasant

• Sunny

• Unpleasant

• Warm

In the sentence "The food was savory and delicious," what does the word "savory" mean?

• Sweet

• Sour

• Salty

• Spicy

In the sentence "The book was profound and thought-provoking," what does the word "profound" mean?

• Shallow

• Silly

• Deep

• Easy