Context Clues in Sentences Game

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1. <i>The tiny mouse was scared of the huge elephant.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>huge</b>' mean?</div>

A
very small
B
very big
C
very fast

2. <i>Sally was hungry, so she ate her lunch.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>hungry</b>' mean?</div>

A
wanting food
B
feeling sleepy
C
feeling happy

3. <i>The ice cream was cold and delicious.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>delicious</b>' mean?</div>

A
not good
B
very hot
C
tastes very good

4. <i>The puppy was tired after playing, so he took a nap.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>nap</b>' mean?</div>

A
a short sleep
B
a long walk
C
a big meal

5. <i>The bright sun made the day warm.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>bright</b>' mean?</div>

A
dark
B
full of light
C
cloudy

6. <i>The old car was slow and noisy.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>noisy</b>' mean?</div>

A
very quiet
B
very fast
C
makes loud sounds

7. <i>The gentle cat purred softly.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>gentle</b>' mean?</div>

A
kind and calm
B
mean and rough
C
big and scary

8. <i>The fresh bread smelled wonderful.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>fresh</b>' mean?</div>

A
very old
B
newly made
C
very cold

9. <i>The swift rabbit hopped away quickly.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>swift</b>' mean?</div>

A
very slow
B
very small
C
very fast

10. <i>The smooth ice made skating easy.&nbsp;</i><div><br></div><div>What does '<b>smooth</b>' mean?</div>

A
not rough
B
very bumpy
C
very hard

ABOUT CONTEXT CLUES IN SENTENCES GAME

This engaging interactive game helps first graders develop their vocabulary and reading comprehension skills by using context clues within sentences. Students will learn to become better readers by understanding how surrounding words can help them figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Through this differentiated, gamified learning experience, students will:

  • Identify context clues within grade-appropriate sentences
  • Use surrounding words to determine word meanings
  • Build vocabulary through contextual understanding
  • Develop critical thinking and reading comprehension skills

This interactive quiz provides immediate feedback and helps students practice an essential reading strategy in a fun, engaging way.

Tags: context clues, vocabulary, reading comprehension, sentence meaning, word meaning, interactive learning, elearning, differentiated instruction, first grade reading, literacy games

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