Here are the correct answers for the worksheet, with explanations for each one.
1. The generous people fed the *emaciated* lost dog.
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Reasoning: The word "generous" suggests the people were kind and giving food. A lost dog that needs feeding is likely starving or very skinny. "Emaciated" means extremely thin due to lack of food.
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Choice: C. thin
2. She *invariably* leaves her homework at home and must turn it in late.
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Reasoning: The sentence says she "must turn it in late," which implies this happens every single time. "Invariably" means in a way that does not vary; always.
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Choice: D. always
3. The mother bathed the baby in the *tepid* water.
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Reasoning: When bathing a baby, the water should not be too hot (which burns) or too cold (which shocks). It should be mild or lukewarm. "Tepid" means only slightly warm.
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Choice: A. lukewarm
4. The car collector bought the *vintage* Ford Mustang.
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Reasoning: A "collector" buys things that are old, rare, or from a specific past era. "Vintage" refers to something from the past of high quality or historical interest.
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Choice: D. classic
5. The *slovenly* boy never cleaned his room or washed his hands.
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Reasoning: The clues "never cleaned his room" and "washed his hands" describe someone who is messy and dirty. "Slovenly" means having a messy and untidy appearance.
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Choice: B. sloppy
6. The policeman arrested the speeder for *flagrantly* disobeying the speed limit.
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Reasoning: If a policeman arrests someone, the person likely broke the rule in a very obvious or shocking way. "Flagrantly" means conspicuously or obviously offensive.
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Choice: C. obviously
7. The city council *concurred* with the excellent recommendations of the library committee.
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Reasoning: The recommendations are described as "excellent." Usually, when suggestions are excellent, a group will agree with them. "Concur" means to be of the same opinion.
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Choice: A. agreed
8. A man of few words; he is known for his *laconic*.
*(Note: The worksheet has a small typo. It should say "known for being laconic" or "known for his laconic style." Laconic is an adjective, but the options are nouns. We are looking for the noun form of the meaning.)*
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Reasoning: "A man of few words" means he doesn't talk much. He uses very few words to speak. This trait is called brevity. "Laconic" means using very few words.
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Choice: A. briefness
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Final Answer:
1. C
2. D
3. A
4. D
5. B
6. C
7. A
8. A
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of context clues 1 1 ereadingworksheet answer key 7.
