Read the sentence.When he gave his speech to younger audiences, Jake knew that it would be prudent to avoid sharing stories that might be considered inappropriate for children.Based on context clues in the passage, what is the most likely meaning of prudent? Select three options.
Read the excerpt from Mark Twain's memoir, Life on the Mississippi.I was quaking from head to foot, and I could have hung my hat on my eyes, they stuck out so far.What is the most likely meaning of the phrase "I could have hung my hat on my eyes, they stuck out so far" in this sentence?
Read the passage.When Norah finally got tickets to the concert, she asked me to go with her. I am an ardent fan of bluegrass music, so of course I said yes. Malinda said she would be willing to go, too.Which statement best explains the nuance between ardent and willing?
Read the passage.The man at the gas station gave me directions and then kept on chatting, telling me about the weather to come and places to stay nearby. His laconic wife simply nodded her head, occasionally correcting him on his lefts and rights and finally telling me I'd best be on my way if I wanted to reach town by sunset.Based on context clues in the passage, what is the most likely meaning of laconic? Select two options.
Read the sentence.When cotton clothing is permeated, or soaked through, with water, it stays wet and can freeze in cold weather.Based on context clues in the sentence, what is the most likely meaning of permeated?
Read the passage.Hana's ambivalence about the trip was understandable. She wanted to visit her parents' country of birth, but she was worried that it would be difficult for her family to get back into the country when they came home.Based on context clues in the excerpt, what is the most likely meaning of ambivalence?
Read the excerpt from As You Like It by William Shakespeare.All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players. They have their exits and their entrances.What do Shakespeare's metaphors most likely mean?
Read the sentence.The clouds gathering on the horizon were an inauspicious sign for the outdoor class, so rather than risk getting caught in a downpour, Dara decided to bring the class indoors.Based on context clues in the sentence, what is the most likely meaning of inauspicious?
Read the sentence.Andrea's opponent was honest and straightforward, but Andrea used her guile to win the contest.What type of context clue in the sentence can be used to determine the meaning of guile?
Read the passage.Delia pointed out the slender branches of the wispy almond tree to Kaveh, noting the weight of the flowers that were in bloom. As they walked through the garden, Kaveh noticed another delicate looking tree in the corner of the yard and asked Delia what type it was.How does the word choice slender affect the meaning of the passage?
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