Context Clues and Word Meanings Quiz #1

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: The explorers trekked through the **dense** jungle, their path blocked by thick vines and towering trees. The air was **humid**, making it difficult to breathe, and the constant buzz of insects was almost **deafening**. **Target Word:** dense Which is the best definition of "dense" as used in the passage?

• Easy to walk through

• Packed closely together

• Very dry

• Colorful

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: The explorers trekked through the dense jungle, their path blocked by thick vines and towering trees. The air was **humid**, making it difficult to breathe, and the constant buzz of insects was almost **deafening**. **Target Word:** humid Which is the best definition of "humid" as used in the passage?

• Full of moisture

• Very cold

• Windy

• Dark

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: The explorers trekked through the dense jungle, their path blocked by thick vines and towering trees. The air was humid, making it difficult to breathe, and the constant buzz of insects was almost **deafening**. **Target Word:** deafening Which is the best definition of "deafening" as used in the passage?

• Very quiet

• Extremely loud

• Pleasant

• Annoying

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: After the storm, the streets were **littered** with branches and leaves. The cleanup crew worked quickly to remove the **debris** and restore order to the neighborhood. **Target Word:** littered Which is the best definition of "littered" as used in the passage?

• Covered with scattered objects

• Washed clean

• Painted

• Flooded

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: After the storm, the streets were littered with branches and leaves. The cleanup crew worked quickly to remove the **debris** and restore order to the neighborhood. **Target Word:** debris Which is the best definition of "debris" as used in the passage?

• Clean water

• Broken or scattered pieces

• New plants

• Shiny objects

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: The mountain climbers reached the **summit** just as the sun began to rise, filling them with a sense of accomplishment. **Target Word:** summit Which is the best definition of "summit" as used in the passage?

• The base of a mountain

• The highest point

• A cave

• A river

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: The chef’s **meticulous** preparation ensured that every dish was perfect and beautifully presented. **Target Word:** meticulous Which is the best definition of "meticulous" as used in the passage?

• Careless

• Very careful and precise

• Fast

• Uninterested

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: The old house was said to be **haunted**, with strange noises echoing through the halls at night. **Target Word:** haunted Which is the best definition of "haunted" as used in the passage?

• Full of ghosts or spirits

• Newly built

• Brightly lit

• Empty

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: The artist’s **vivid** paintings were full of bright colors and seemed to come alive on the canvas. **Target Word:** vivid Which is the best definition of "vivid" as used in the passage?

• Dull

• Bright and clear

• Small

• Old

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow: The detective was **astute**, quickly noticing details that others missed during the investigation. **Target Word:** astute Which is the best definition of "astute" as used in the passage?

• Not paying attention

• Clever and perceptive

• Slow

• Tired

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C