Lesson 5: Improving Vocabulary with Word Parts and Context Clues

Question 1

Use the drop-down menus to identify the type of context clue that helped you determine the italicized word’s meaning.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Various protuberances, such as rocks, bushes, and ledges, made it easier for the climber to get up the wall.: example; I made a New Year’s resolution to be generous, but I gave in to avarice instead.: antonym; The worst result of the hurricane was the inundation of water that flooded streets and basements.: synonym

Question 2

I made a New Year’s resolution to be generous, but I gave in to avarice instead.[___]

Revolt · Accepted Answer

antonym

Question 3

The worst result of the hurricane was the inundation of water that flooded streets and basements.[___]

Revolt · Accepted Answer

explanation

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