Context Clues #1

Mrs. Montgomery, our teacher, will display the class poster for the rest of the school to see. What does display mean?

I am filled with anticipation for my birthday party on Saturday! What does anticipation mean?

Unlike my parents, who love classical music, I detest it.

Margaret had ambivalent feelings about attending the concert. She knew she’d enjoy the music, but she didn’t really want to go out in the rainy weather.

The little girl's face was illuminated by the glow of the candle. What does illuminated mean?

Driving on icy mountain roads is treacherous. What does treacherous mean?

The air conditioner was broken so the kitchen was stifling while we were cooking the apple pie. What does stifling mean?

Our country was established over two hundred years ago. We celebrate its birthday every 4th of July with fireworks and family bbqs. What does established mean?

My grandma was cautious when she used the sharp knife to chop vegetables. What does cautious mean?

The abandoned house was infested with vermin including rats, fleas, and cockroaches.

We thought long and hard before making a decision about what type of pet to adopt. What does decision mean?

The underwater current can be very strong in the ocean so be careful when you're in the water. What does current mean?

I would be astonished to find my dog sitting at the kitchen table reading a book. What does astonished mean?

The man looked bewildered. He scratched his head and looked around as if he had no idea where to go. What does bewildered mean?

The queen drank from a sparkling goblet at the feast. What does goblet mean?

My grandpa accelerated the car when the light turned green. What does accelerated mean?

Regular exercise is beneficial to your body, but too much exercise is not good for you.