I.
Directions: Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word based
on the sentence.
1. The glacier moved slowly down the mountain, like a giant sheet of ice.
A. volcano B. river C. frozen mass D. hill
2. He was frugal, saving every coin and avoiding unnecessary spending.
A. lazy B. smart C. generous D. thrifty
3. Unlike his timid brother, Carlo was bold and fearless.
A. gentle B. shy C. excited D. kind
4. Items such as pens, notebooks, and erasers are stationery.
A. food B. supplies C. clothes D. drinks
5. She looked radiant in her dress—her smile shining as bright as the sun.
A. tired B. glowing C. angry D. unsure
6. The chef used utensils like spoons, forks, and knives to prepare the meal.
A. spices B. tools for cooking and eating C. ingredients D. clothes
7. The arid desert climate made it difficult for plants to grow.
A. rainy B. dry C. cold D. warm
8. He was reluctant to answer, hesitating and avoiding eye contact.
A. willing B. unsure C. eager D. careless
9. Their conversation was brief—just a few short words were exchanged.
A. noisy B. emotional C. quick D. long
10. She consoled her crying friend with gentle words and a hug.
A. ignored B. comforted C. scolded D. entertained
II. Directions: Read each sentence. Identify the type of context clue used to
help understand the underlined word. Choose from: Definition, Synonym,
Antonym, Example, Inference
11. The residence, or home, was located near the river. → Type: __________
12. The storm made the roads treacherous. Cars were slipping and sliding
everywhere. → Type: __________
13. She is benevolent, always kind and generous to others. → Type:
__________
14. We visited landmarks, like the Eiffel Tower and the Great Wall of China.
→ Type: __________
15. My friend is elated today—she’s cheerful, smiling, and jumping around.
→ Type: __________
16. He was grumpy, unlike his cheerful sister who smiled all the time. →
Type: __________
17. The terrain, including mountains, valleys, and rivers, made travel
difficult. → Type: __________
18. She is industrious, or hardworking and diligent in everything she does.
→ Type: __________
19. They were baffled. They looked at each other in confusion and didn’t
know what to do. → Type: __________
20. The plant remained dormant in winter—it stopped growing until spring.
→ Type: __________
II. Directions: Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word based
on the sentence.
11. The glacier moved slowly down the mountain, like a giant sheet of ice.
A. volcano B. river C. frozen mass D. hill
12. He was frugal, saving every coin and avoiding unnecessary spending.
A. lazy B. smart C. generous D. thrifty
13. Unlike his timid brother, Carlo was bold and fearless.
A. gentle B. shy C. excited D. kind
14. Items such as pens, notebooks, and erasers are stationery.
A. food B. supplies C. clothes D. drinks
15. She looked radiant in her dress—her smile shining as bright as the sun.
A. tired B. glowing C. angry D. unsure
16. The chef used utensils like spoons, forks, and knives to prepare the
meal.
A. spices B. tools for cooking and eating C. ingredients D. clothes
17. The arid desert climate made it difficult for plants to grow.
A. rainy B. dry C. cold D. warm
18. He was reluctant to answer, hesitating and avoiding eye contact.
A. willing B. unsure C. eager D. careless
19. Their conversation was brief—just a few short words were exchanged.
A. noisy B. emotional C. quick D. long
20. She consoled her crying friend with gentle words and a hug.
A. ignored B. comforted C. scolded D. entertained
II. Directions: Read each sentence. Identify the type of context clue used to
help understand the underlined word. Choose from: Definition, Synonym,
Antonym, Example, Inference
21. The residence, or home, was located near the river. → Type: __________
22. The storm made the roads treacherous. Cars were slipping and sliding
everywhere. → Type: __________
23. She is benevolent, always kind and generous to others. → Type:
__________
24. We visited landmarks, like the Eiffel Tower and the Great Wall of China.
→ Type: __________
25. My friend is elated today—she’s cheerful, smiling, and jumping around.
→ Type: __________
26. He was grumpy, unlike his cheerful sister who smiled all the time. →
Type: __________
27. The terrain, including mountains, valleys, and rivers, made travel
difficult. → Type: __________
28. She is industrious, or hardworking and diligent in everything she does.
→ Type: __________
29. They were baffled. They looked at each other in confusion and didn’t
know what to do. → Type: __________
30. The plant remained dormant in winter—it stopped growing until spring.
→ Type: __________
