English Language Arts
Grade 8
45 min
Use context to identify the meaning of a word
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What does 'gregarious' mean? 'Lions are gregarious, or sociable, animals that live in groups.'
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What does 'lethargic' mean? 'After the huge meal, he felt lethargic; this sleepiness lasted all afternoon.'
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What does 'benevolent' mean? 'Unlike his cruel and selfish brother, the king was benevolent.'
Sample Practice Questions
Easy
The T-Rex was a carnivore, that is, an animal that eats meat. What does 'carnivore' mean?
0.meat-eater
1.plant-eater
2.fast runner
3.big teeth
Easy
She was ecstatic about the prize, and her joyous shouts could be heard down the hall. What does 'ecstatic' mean?
0.sad
1.angry
2.thrilled
3.confused
Easy
The park was tranquil, unlike the noisy and chaotic city streets nearby. What does 'tranquil' mean?
0.peaceful
1.loud
2.crowded
3.empty
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