"The judge issued an injunction that ordered the accused criminal to remain under house arrest." what is the best synonym for "injunction?"
official command
question
crime
guilty verdict
3. Multiple Choice
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"While the people of Guilder were forced to read propaganda, the citizens of Florin were able to read honest, fact-based news reporting." In this example, the word "propaganda" can be defined through:
homophones
homonyms
synonyms
antonyms
4. Multiple Choice
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"Unlike the other candidates, who stammered and stuttered through their speeches, Lilli was eloquent." What is the best definition of "eloquent?"
well-spoken
musical
quick witted
intelligent
5. Multiple Choice
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"We accept $10 bills, $20 bills, and any other denomination you might have." What does "denomination" mean in this context?
credit card
value of money
loan
form of currency
6. Multiple Choice
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"Voldemort was a malevolent force in the world -- cruel, violent, and evil." In the previous sentence, you can define the word "malevolent" through the use of:
antonyms
synonyms
homonyms
homophones
7. Multiple Choice
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Imperialism flourished in the 19th century, as the British took control of India and Belgium seized the Congo." What does "imperialism" mean?
When one country declares war on another
When two countries form a partnership
When a country declares its independence
When one country takes over another
8. Multiple Choice
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The words "climatic" and "climactic" have similar ___ but different ___.
sounds; meanings
synonyms; antonyms
spellings; sounds
meanings; spellings
9. Multiple Choice
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"King Max was known for his benevolence. He was said to be the ___, gentlest, and most generous man in the kingdom." what word might fit in the blank?
happiest
richest
handomest
nicest
10. Multiple Choice
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"The performers diverted the guests with a variety of jokes and songs." What's an antonym for "diverted?"
entertained
bored
satisfied
punctured
11. Multiple Choice
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What type of context clues use similar words to help with the meaning of an unknown word?
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HDefinitions
12. Multiple Choice
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Comparing something opposite is using what type of clues?
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13. Multiple Choice
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Telling what a word means within the sentence is an example of what type of context clue?
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14. Multiple Choice
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Violence, whether it is hitting, kicking, or punching, is not tolerated at school. This uses which type of context clue?
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15. Multiple Choice
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We had so much fun at the party! Everyone had a terrific time. This is an example of which type of context clue?
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16. Multiple Choice
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Mr. James wants us to be prompt in the mornings, not late. Which type of context clue is used?
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17. Multiple Choice
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An Army uniform has symbols on it. These emblems show what the person has done in the Army. What type of context clue is this?
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18. Multiple Choice
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Brianna was uncertain about the question, but she gave her answer as though she was sure of it. Which type of context clue is used here?
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19. Multiple Choice
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Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food. Which type of context clue is being used?
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Definition
20. Multiple Choice
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The store specializes in cutlery, such as forks and knives, that has unique designs. Which type of context clue is being used?