Context Clues Game

Question 1

The Johnsons had a plethora of apricots this year, and were more than willing to share their harvest with anyone who asked.

Question 2

By creating an analogy between her own past experiences and the example outlined on the essay test, Cara was able to write a more personalized essay.

Question 3

Cheer up! There’s no need to be despondent when you obviously played your best in the tennis match, even if you didn’t win.

Question 4

Let’s plan the fundraiser at the most auspicious time, preferably closer to the holidays when people are feeling more generous.

Question 5

As of this morning when the new science museum plans were unveiled, there is a new paradigm for architecture in the city.

Question 6

I tried to remain interested and connected, but she was so loquacious that I had to excuse myself after half an hour, or risk glazing over and losing the thread of the conversation.

Question 7

I am so glad we went to see the opening of the artist’s work at Leitner’s Galleries. What a formidable new talent!

Question 8

No matter how valid Jeremy’s reason was for being late to the concert, the usher remained adamant in his refusal to let him enter the hall.

Question 9

Sam sat a long time at his desk before beginning his essay exam, until it appeared he had some sort of epiphany on the topic and began writing furiously and nonstop.

Question 10

Since her new laissez-faire attitude to parenting, she seems much more relaxed.

Question 11

When Harry’s boss went on maternity leave, Harry

became the INTERIM department head. He handled

employee payroll while she was away

Question 12

The heavy rain made it difficult to see. Jill meant to

turn right onto King Street, but she INADVERTENTLY turned onto Cedar Street instead.

Question 13

Stephen received a written REPRIMAND from his

supervisor when he showed up late for the third time. If his lateness continues, he will be fired

Question 14

From experience Ellen knows that the more she

studies, the better she does in school. Her high test scores ATTEST to many hours of hard work.

Question 15

At the end of the workday, Dan arranged his papers in

piles, dusted his computer and tucked his chair under

the desk. He was equally METICULOUS at home.

Question 16

The heavens opened and the rain came down in giant

drops as though some CELESTIAL dam had suddenly

burst.

Question 17

The hill was too arduous for us to climb. We had to walk our bicycles up it

Question 18

Paula has so many friends because she is a gregarious person.

Question 19

You can trust the salesmen at the store, because they always conduct business in an aboveboard manner.

Question 20

The climate was arid — there was not much rain and the atmosphere was dry