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English 15 Public

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word in all CAPS.

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The couple hoped to ACCUMULATE enough money to make the down payment on a house.

gather or collect

15

I did not ANTICIPATE having to pay for your ticket. I didn't bring enough money to pay for both of ours.

expect or predict

10

The teacher told us that we would BENEFIT from doing the study guide because it would help us on the exam.

be good for

5

A computer if COMPOSED of a lot of different part that allow it to function properly.

made up of or form

20

We had to CONSTRUCT a diorama of DNA for our group project.

build or assemble

5

The final DIMENSIONS of the pond were 14 ft. x 8 ft.

measurements

15

There were ELABORATE paintings hanging up in the church; I'm sure they took a lot of time to paint.

intricate or detailed

25

At the end of the semester, we had to EVALUATE our teacher's performance.

assess, rate or check something out

10

The dog looked FEROCIOUS when it snarled its teeth at the bear.

fierce, savage or wild

15

Their love was GENUINE, so they want to get married as soon as possible.

real

25

He offered to take her purse, but she INSISTED that she carry it.

stand firm or commanded

5

The large house was shaded by LOFTY oak trees.

giant, towering or high

20

He MANIPULATED the switches as he operated the heavy equipment,

control, work or use

15

As an officer he was OBEDIENT and never disputed my orders or argued with them.

compliant or respectful

15

The first PRIORITY was to rescue the children.

most important

5