Context Clues Summative - Form B
This is a second form of our 8th grade reading summative assessment on context clues.
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I took the tome off the shelf and opened it to page 94. Then I began to read. What does tome probably mean?
- A.
Some food
- B.
A bad dream
- C.
A cardigan
- D.
A book
Correct Answer
D. A bookExplanation
The word "tome" is often used to refer to a large, scholarly book. In the given context, the person takes the tome off the shelf and begins to read it, indicating that the word "tome" most likely means a book.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Hurricanes and tornadoes are treacherous. Only a very foolish person would go out during that kind of weather.What does treacherous probably mean?
- A.
Exciting
- B.
Dangerous
- C.
Delirious
- D.
Safe
Correct Answer
B. DangerousExplanation
Treacherous probably means dangerous in this context. The statement suggests that hurricanes and tornadoes are dangerous, and only a foolish person would go out during that kind of weather. Therefore, treacherous likely refers to something that poses a risk or is hazardous.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Many ships have vanished during hurricanes. No survivors from the lost ships have ever been found. What does vanished probably mean?
- A.
Arrived
- B.
Departed
- C.
Returned
- D.
Disappeared
Correct Answer
D. DisappearedExplanation
The word "vanished" implies that the ships have disappeared or gone missing without a trace. This is supported by the fact that no survivors have ever been found from the lost ships. Therefore, "disappeared" is the most likely meaning of the word "vanished" in this context.Rate this question:
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- 4.
I'm really hungry! That apple didn't appease my hunger. I want a sandwich now. What does appease probably mean?
- A.
Frustrate
- B.
Increase
- C.
Satisfy
- D.
Confuse
Correct Answer
C. SatisfyExplanation
The word "appease" is used in the context of hunger and wanting a sandwich, suggesting that it means to satisfy.Rate this question:
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- 5.
The dispute between the lawyer and his client will probably never be resolved.What does dispute probably mean?
- A.
Theory, rule
- B.
Argument, debate
- C.
Agreement
- D.
A type of medicine
Correct Answer
B. Argument, debateExplanation
The word "dispute" refers to a disagreement or conflict between two parties. In this context, it is stated that the dispute between the lawyer and his client will probably never be resolved. This implies that there is an ongoing argument or debate between them that is unlikely to reach a resolution. Therefore, the correct answer is "argument, debate".Rate this question:
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- 6.
This virus has really sapped my energy. I get tired just walking across the room. I hope to get better soon because I need to return to work.What does sapped probably mean?
- A.
Give, increase
- B.
Make obvious
- C.
Take away, drain
- D.
Enhance
Correct Answer
C. Take away, drainExplanation
The word "sapped" is used in the context of feeling tired and lacking energy. This suggests that it means to take away or drain energy.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The thought of eating a rat is abhorrent to most people.What does abhorrent probably mean?
- A.
Fun, lively
- B.
Horrible, repugnant
- C.
Delicious, tasty
- D.
Sweet, sugary
Correct Answer
B. Horrible, repugnantExplanation
Abhorrent means causing disgust or hatred. The statement "The thought of eating a rat is abhorrent to most people" implies that the idea of consuming a rat is repugnant and horrible to most individuals.Rate this question:
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