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3.4 Words in Context Worksheet

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Core academic competencies and curriculum alignment

This Grade 3 English worksheet provides structured practice on 3.4 Words in Context. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Words in Context - Determine the meanings of words and phrases in context, including distinguishing literal and nonliteral language (e.g., idioms, similes). (CCSS RL.3.4; TEKS §110.5 3.3(D); FL B.E.S.T. ELA.3.V.1.1; VA SOL 3.4b)

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Grade

Grade 3

Subject

English

Domain

English Curriculum

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery

Carrying the giant pumpkin, Eli staggered a few steps and had to set it down to catch his balance.

What does the word "staggered" mean as used in the passage?

Astood up straight

Bmoved unsteadily

Chid behind something

Dwrote neatly

Solution & Explanation:In the passage, Eli moved unsteadily while carrying the pumpkin. That context shows the word "staggered" means moved unsteadily.

Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery

After the joke fell flat, the silence was heavy. No one knew what to say next.

What does the phrase "the silence was heavy" mean as used in the passage?

Athe silence was loud

Bthe silence smelled bad

Cthe silence felt uncomfortable

Dthe silence was happy

Solution & Explanation:The phrase "the silence was heavy" is not meant to be taken literally. It is figurative language. The passage says no one knew what to say, so it felt uncomfortable, which shows it means the silence felt uncomfortable.

Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery

At sunrise, shops lifted their gates, buses rumbled, and the city woke up.

What does the phrase "the city woke up" mean as used in the passage?

Athe city became active

Bthe city opened its eyes

Ceveryone fell asleep

Dthe city got smaller

Solution & Explanation:The phrase "the city woke up" is not meant to be taken literally. It is personification. The passage says many things started moving and people began their day, which shows it means the city became active.

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QWhat grade level and standards does this worksheet align with?

This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 3 English students. It aligns with educational standard ELA.3.4 (Grade 3 ELA skill practice: Words in Context.).