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Grade 5 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.L.4, L.4.4, L.4.4a, L.5.4, L.5.4a
I tried to PERSUADE her to recycle her plastic bottles but I just couldn't talk her into it.

What is the meaning of the word in all caps?
  1. Allow
  2. Convince
  3. Force
  4. Make
Grade 5 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.L.4, L.4.4, L.4.4a, L.5.4, L.5.4a
Our television quit working, so dad had to TROUBLESHOOT until he figured out what the problem was.

What is the meaning of the word in all caps?
  1. Find problem
  2. Return it
  3. Plug it in
  4. Give it away
Grade 5 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.L.4, L.5.4, L.5.4a
Seaweed provides homes for millions of creatures. In the ocean, seaweed HOSTS fish and crabs.

What does the word HOSTS mean?
  1. Provides Homes
  2. Kicks out
  3. Entertains
  4. Solitary
Grade 5 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RL.5.4
Which is NOT a type of context clue an author uses?
  1. definition
  2. comparison
  3. picture
  4. antonym
Grade 5 Context Clues
Skippy was disgruntled about his stolen pizza, that is, he was cranky about the missing food.

In this sentence, 'disgruntled' means:
  1. pleased
  2. creative
  3. surprised
  4. annoyed
Grade 5 Context Clues
What do you think the capitalized word means in the following sentence?
Please DUPLICATE the test so I can have my own copy.
  1. make an exact copy
  2. destroy
  3. fill out
Grade 5 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RL.5.4
Usually she walked alone, but on rare occasions, especially 'round Christmastime, she might have been seen accompanied by some silent, doe-eyed girl, who would follow her dumbly in and out of stores.

In the context of this excerpt, what is the meaning of the word dumbly?
  1. fearful
  2. ignorant or stupid
  3. not speaking
  4. unable to move
Grade 5 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.L.4, L.5.4, L.5.4a
The CONDENSED story was unlike the long novel.

What is the meaning of the word in all caps?
  1. Long
  2. Lengthy
  3. Short
  4. Sad
Grade 5 Context Clues
What do you think the capitalized word means in the following sentence?
Queen Elizabeth II has ruled as MONARCH for almost sixty years.
  1. queen
  2. principal
  3. president
Grade 5 Context Clues
The soccer player's tenacity, similar to a soldier's brave efforts in battle, won the game.

In this sentence, 'tenacity' means:
  1. cooperation
  2. fear
  3. determination
  4. sense of humor
Grade 5 Context Clues
What do you think the capitalized word means in the following sentence?
The girl wanted to PURCHASE the baseball bat, but she didn't have enough money.
  1. find
  2. open
  3. buy
Grade 5 Context Clues
What does the word feature mean in the sentence below?

Today's talent show will feature the fifth-grade students.
  1. educate
  2. focus on
  3. appreciate
  4. consult with
Grade 5 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.R.4, RI.5.4
The archaeologists discovered an empty sarcophagus deep within the tomb. They were disappointed because Egyptian burial sites often contained well-preserved mummies.

What is the meaning of the word sarcophagus in the selection above?
  1. a robe
  2. a stone coffin
  3. a small jar
  4. a beetle
Grade 5 Context Clues
What does the word MENTAL mean in the sentence below?

Caleb had a mental picture of himself giving his speech.
  1. colorful
  2. detailed
  3. in a frame
  4. in the mind
Grade 5 Context Clues
Petra has so many friends because she is a GREGARIOUS person.

What type of context clue can you use to determine the meaning of GREGARIOUS?
  1. definition
  2. antonym
  3. comparison
  4. inference
Grade 5 Context Clues CCSS: CCRA.L.4, L.5.4, L.5.4a
The old lady looks FRAGILE, but she is not weak.

What is the meaning of the word in all caps?
  1. Strong
  2. Powerful
  3. Weak
  4. Tiny
Grade 5 Context Clues
What does ARCHITECT mean in the following sentence?

The architect gave the plans to the mayor of the city for his approval.
  1. safety inspector
  2. medical technician
  3. building designer
  4. food critic
Grade 5 Context Clues
What does the word developed mean in the sentence below?

Marta developed the schedule for her soccer team.
  1. condensed
  2. destroyed
  3. planned
  4. released
Grade 5 Context Clues
The home team made sure that the officials were on their side. They won a close game and the championship with many questionable decisions from the officials. However, no one from any other town would accept the winners as legitimate champions.

What does "legitimate" mean?
  1. real
  2. talented
  3. sneaky
  4. good looking
Grade 5 Context Clues
The first review on the Harry Potter movie was favorable. Many people attended and enjoyed the movie. Some people even saw the movie three times!

The word FAVORABLE probably means:
  1. negative
  2. uncertain
  3. positive
  4. unclear
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