USE THE CLUES
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Instructions:
Refer to the image to the left and read the
strategies you can use if you’re unsure of
words meaning.
Write the questions below into your English Book
and write the correct answer.
Use the image to assist you in your answers.
Projectiles include those items that are shot forward such as a cannon shell, bullet, or rocket.
Using the example clue, the word projectiles in this sentence means
a) Things put down
b) things hurt
c) things shot forward
d) things broken
The professor was a favorite among the students at the college. His sagacity was helpful to them as they pursued their
degrees. The professor was known to use his experience, insight, and common sense to help students pursue their education.
Using the example clue, the word sagacity in this sentence means
a) silliness
b) thoughtlessness c) wisdom
d) negligence
Famous conquistadors include Cortes, who conquered Aztec Mexico and Pizarro, who conquered Inca Peru.
Using the example clue, the word conquistadors in this sentence means
a) geographers
b) losers
c) victims
d) conquerors
A sleuth, such as Sherlock Holmes, can be very helpful in solving crimes.
Using the example clue, the word sleuth in this sentence means
a) senior citizen
b) man
c) pilot
d) detective
Zack was a good at many sports. He excelled in swimming, running, horsemanship, fencing, and target shooting. He decided
to compete in the pentathlon rather than having to choose one of the events.
Using the example clue, the word pentathlon in this sentence means
a) competition/2 events
b) competition/8 events
c) competition/10 events
d) competition/5 events