Harbor Me, sections 1-3, part 2

What is the meaning of the word "fret" when used in the context of a stringed instrument?

• To worry or be anxious

• A raised element on the neck of a stringed instrument

• To play a musical note

• To tune an instrument

Which of the following is an acronym?

• NASA

• MR. BOYLE

• LUNCH

• HELENA

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "vague" in the following sentence: "The instructions were so vague that no one knew what to do."

• Clear

• Detailed

• Unclear

• Precise

Which word best fits the context of the sentence: "The car was on the verge of breaking down"?

• Edge

• Center

• Middle

• Start

Another word for "lisp" is...?

• injury

• speech impediment

• misunderstanding

• create suspense

Determine the meaning of the word "recruit" using context clues in the sentence: "The army needs to recruit more soldiers to meet its goals."

• Dismiss

• Enlist

• Train

• Promote

Which strategy would best help you determine the meaning of an unknown word in a text?

• Ignore the word

• Use context clues

• Ask a friend

• Skip the sentence

What does the word "verge" mean in the context of the sentence: "She was on the verge of tears"?

• Beginning

• Edge

• Middle

• End

Analyze the sentence to determine the meaning of the word "vague": "His explanation was so vague that it left everyone confused."

• Clear

• Detailed

• Unclear

• Precise

What is the meaning of the word "acronym"?

• A type of poem

• A word formed from the initial letters of other words

• A synonym

• A type of sentence