4th Grade Context Clues Review

Jenna was reluctant to join the dance because she had never performed on stage before. Even though her friends encouraged her, she still felt nervous. Eventually, she agreed but walked slowly toward the group. What does the word 'reluctant' mean?

• A. Eager

• B. Unsure or unwilling

• C. Confused

• D. Happy

We had to abandon the picnic when it started to rain heavily. The wind blew over our table and soaked the food. We quickly packed up and ran for shelter. What does the word 'abandon' mean?

• Continue

• Share

• Leave behind

• Celebrate

My teacher tried to reassure me before the big test. She told me I had studied well and reminded me to stay calm. Her kind words made me feel better. What does the word 'reassure' mean?

• Confuse

• Frighten

• Calm someone down

• Test someone

To build the model airplane, we had to follow precise instructions. Every part needed to fit perfectly in place. If we made even a small mistake, the wings wouldn’t attach correctly. What does the word 'precise' mean?

• Exact and accurate

• Quick and easy

• Unplanned

• Difficult

The stars were clearly visible in the night sky. There were no clouds, and the sky was very dark. We could even see the Milky Way! What does the word 'visible' mean?

• Far away

• Able to be seen

• Very bright

• Floating

I love pizza, but I only eat it occasionally. Most of the time, we eat healthy meals at home. Still, every now and then, we enjoy a treat. What does the word 'occasionally' mean?

• Never

• Often

• Rarely or sometimes

• Daily

There was a loud commotion in the hallway when the class hamster escaped. Students shouted and ran around trying to catch it. The teacher had to calm everyone down. What does the word 'commotion' mean?

• A. A quiet meeting

• B. A sudden mess or disturbance

• C. A boring event

• D. A slow movement

Winning the science fair was a significant moment for Maya. She worked on her project for months, and her effort paid off. It was a big achievement she would never forget.. What does the word 'significant' mean?

• A. A small event

• B. Complicated

• C. Large and heavy

• D. Important or meaningful

I was so distracted by the noise outside that I couldn’t finish my homework. People were shouting and cars were honking. It was hard to focus on anything. What does the word 'distracted' mean?

• A. Focused

• B. Bored

• C. Unable to concentrate

• D. Angry

Gymnastics requires a very flexible body. The athletes bend, twist, and stretch in amazing ways. They practice daily to keep their muscles loose and strong. What does the word 'flexible' mean?

• Weak

• Able to bend easily

• Lazy

• Strong but stiff