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