Context Clue Practice

A. Yelverton

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Determine the type of context clue used in each of the sentences below and then click "submit" to send your answers.

  1. His ATROCIOUS act was so horrible that everyone was shocked.
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  3. Although he seemed MEEK, he was actually very outgoing and strong-willed.
  4. Your answer:
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    definition/explanation


  5. I will try to AUGMENT my shoe collection by buying one pair every two weeks.
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  7. The ARID dessert is hot and dry.
  8. Your answer:
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    definition/explanation


  9. Don't be so AMBIVALENT about your homework. It infuriates teachers when their students don't care.
  10. Your answer:
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    definition/explanation
    antonym
    synonym


  11. I was amazed by her MALEVOLENCE when she purposely locked her sister out of the house.
  12. Your answer:
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    definition/explanation


  13. Her ELATED mood was most likely a result of the new car she received for her birthday.
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  15. His PERPLEXED, or confused, look made us all laugh.
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  17. She could have ALLOCATED a portion of her prize for charity, but instead she decided to keep it all for herself.
  18. Your answer:
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  19. The dog's EMACIATED figure was upsetting to see. He was so thin that his ribs were apparent through his fur.
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