assignment_returnWorksheet:
Context Clues
Standard(s): L.8.4
My teacher was stifling a laugh. It was clear she did not want the class to think she found the comment amusing.
What is the best meaning of stifling?
to do something loudly
to cough
to withhold
to show concern
Standard: L.8.4
Domain: Language
Theme: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
The monkey bars were starting to deteriorate. I could see the rust chipping away at the metal.
What is the best meaning of deteriorate?
strengthen
break down
glow
shine
Standard: L.8.4
Domain: Language
Theme: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
I will supersede Michael as president of the student government. It was time for him to move on anyway.
The closest meaning to supersede is:
invite
take the place of
share
examine
Standard: L.8.4
Domain: Language
Theme: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
I have decided to pursue journalism as a career. I have always liked interviewing and writing about people.
The best definition of pursue is:
to excuse
to try to obtain
to learn
to decide
Standard: L.8.4
Domain: Language
Theme: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
Our teacher accidently omitted a question on the exam. The class was more than happy to answer fewer questions, however.
What is the best meaning of "omitted"?
added
left out
copied
reused
