8th Grade 4th Quarter Context Clues
The CORRUPT, or dishonest politician used taxpayer's money to buy himself a car rather than fulfill his promise to help the homeless.
acting dishonestly in return for money or personal gain.
The 1920 Flapper Girls'image consisted of DRASTIC, or shocking changes in women's clothing and hair. Women had never worn dresses or their hair so short before.
bold or extreme
Many individuals, especially women, opposed alcohol. Carrie Nation was the most famous TEMPERANCE supporter during the early 1900’s. She is known for attacking alcohol-serving businesses with a hatchet.
refusing to support or drink alcohol