Context Clues 5 Quizizz/Quizlet

Bored

"The performers diverted the guests with a variety of jokes and songs." What's an antonym for "diverted?"

Well spoken

"Unlike the other candidates, who stammered and stuttered through their speeches, Lilli was eloquent." What is the best definition of "eloquent?"

Synonym

"Voldemort was a malevolent force in the world -- cruel, violent, and evil." In the previous sentence, you can define the word "malevolent" through the use of:

Value of money

"We accept $10 bills, $20 bills, and any other denomination you might have." What does "denomination" mean in this context?

Nicest

2 Mins 9 "King Max was known for his benevolence. He was said to be the ___, gentlest, and most generous man in the kingdom." what word might fit in the blank?

When one country takes over another country

Imperialism flourished in the 19th century, as the British took control of India and Belgium seized the Congo." What does "imperialism" mean?

Official command

The judge issued an injunction that ordered the accused criminal to remain under house arrest." what is the best synonym for "injunction?"

Sound and meaning

The words "climatic" and "climactic" have similar ___ but different ___.

Setting

What is the closest synonym for "context?"

antonyms

While the people of Guilder were forced to read propaganda, the citizens of Florin were able to read honest, fact-based news reporting." In this example, the word "propaganda" can be defined through: