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Language4th Grade

L.4.4a

Use context as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.

For parents
Model this strategy: 'I don't know this word, but the rest of the sentence tells me...'
Free sample questions
  1. Question 1
    The two countries formed an alliance, agreeing to protect each other in times of war. An **alliance** is —
    • A type of weapon
    • A partnership or agreement to work together
    • A battle between countries
    • A border between nations
  2. Question 2
    The sky turned dark and gloomy, and everyone felt sad on the rainy day. **Gloomy** means —
    • Dark and sad
    • Warm and dry
    • Bright and sunny
    • Loud and noisy
  3. Question 3
    The tired hikers finally reached the top of the mountain, so they stopped to rest. **Reached** means —
    • Fell asleep on
    • Got to
    • Ran away from
    • Forgot about

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