Vocabulary: Using Context Clues to Find Meaning

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10 questions
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Part A: Last week our class went on a field trip to the zoo. We had fun watching the animals. We really liked the monkeys. We also saw a lion devour its food. It was scary how quickly he gobbled up all the meat. I wouldn't want to be the person who fed the big animals. We had a great time. It was my favorite school trip this year!

What does the word devour mean as it is used in the sentence above?

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Part B: Which statement from the passage best supports your answer to part A?

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Part A: Manatees enjoy a shallow, warm water home. They also need lots of grass. In the winter they reside in the warm springs of Florida. They travel all around during the summer. Some people call them sea cows.

What does the word reside mean as it is used in the sentence above?

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Part B: Which statement from the passage best supports your answer for part A?

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Part A: Many animals can adapt easily to new situations. They can change to help themselves in some way. Lizards change colors to blend into their environment. Some animals grow thicker fur in the winter. I think adaptations are neat to learn about. I wish I could change colors!

What does the word adapt mean as it is used in the sentence above?

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Part B: Whick statement from the passage best supports your answer to Part A?

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Part A: Sara was so happy she jumped up and down shouting "Hooray!" She was elated. Her mom had just told her that she was going to be a big sister. She always wanted a little brother or sister. Now her wish was finally coming true.

What does the word elated mean as it is used in the sentence?

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Part B: Which statement from the passage best supports your answer to Part A?

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Part A: The moon was luminous in the sky last night. The sea turtles followed the bright light to the water. It was so incrediable to watch them. They moved like ants toward the water. As soon as they got past the first wave they disappeared. It was a wonderful experience.

What does the word luminous mean as it is used in the sentence above?

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Part B: Which statement from the passage best supports your answer to part A?