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9.70 Context Clues Worksheet

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This Intro to Lit English worksheet provides structured practice on 9.70 Context Clues. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Context Clues (Sentence, Paragraph, Whole‑Text) - Use context at multiple levels to determine and confirm meanings of unfamiliar words and phrases; verify with references. (CCSS L.9–10.4(a–d); TEKS §110.36(c)(2)(A–C); FL ELA.9.V.1.2–1.3; VA 9.RV.B–D; GA ELAGSE9–10L4; TN 9–10.L.VAU.4)

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Grade

Intro to Lit

Subject

English

Domain

English Curriculum

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery
Which meaning of “detrimental” is supported?
AHelpful and efficient.
BNeutral and unrelated.
CTraditional and ceremonial.
DHarmful or damaging.
Solution & Explanation:Skipping testing and allowing errors harms the project, so detrimental means harmful.
Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery
What does “ardent” mean in this passage?
AMildly annoyed.
BSecretly opposed.
CPassionate and devoted.
DCompletely uninformed.
Solution & Explanation:The volunteers’ consistent work and support show strong devotion, so ardent means passionate.
Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery
Which detail clarifies “circumspect”?
A“The lawyer gave”
B“choosing each word carefully”
C“the investigation” only
D“still underway” only
Solution & Explanation:Careful word choice in a sensitive situation shows that circumspect means cautious.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Intro to Lit English students. It aligns with educational standard ELA.9.70 (Grade 9 ELA skill practice focused on Context Clues.).

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