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Context Clues Detective Worksheet
Read each clue carefully. Use the surrounding words and sentences to infer the meaning of the bold word. Explain which clues helped you.
Case file: The skate park showcase
Nia, Gabriela, and Wyatt are getting the skate park ready for a showcase. Read the short reports, then investigate each bold mystery word.
1.The park manager said the showcase was postponed until Saturday. A storm had made the ramps too wet to use, so the event would happen later than planned. What does postponed mean?
- Moved to a later time
- Canceled forever
- Started early
- Made shorter
2.Wyatt noticed a sturdy rail. It did not wobble when he leaned on it, and it held his weight safely. What does sturdy mean? Name one clue from the report.
3.Gabriela was reluctant to try the new ramp. She hesitated at the top and said she wanted to watch one more skater first. Which meaning best fits reluctant?
- Unwilling or unsure
- Very excited
- Unable to see
- In a hurry
4.A sign at the entrance said, “Protective gear is mandatory: helmets must be worn by every skater.” What does mandatory mean? Copy the words that directly explain your answer.
5.The announcer’s voice was faint—so quiet that Nia could barely hear it over the crowd. Which word is closest in meaning to faint?
- Soft
- Angry
- Clear
- Loud
6.The crew brought several supplies, including cones, a broom, and bright tape. They placed the materials beside the ramp before setting up. What does materials mean here? Which context clue helped you?
7.The park was deserted before sunrise, but by noon it was crowded with skaters and families. Which word in the sentence gives the strongest opposite clue for deserted?
8.Nia made an improvised sign when the printed one blew away. She used a cardboard box and a marker because there was no replacement sign. What does improvised most likely mean? Explain the clue.
9.The skate park had a variety of obstacles: a low rail, a curved ramp, and a wide platform. What does variety mean in this sentence?
- A range of different things
- A single large obstacle
- A rule about safety
- A place to buy supplies
10.Choose one mystery word from this case file: postponed, sturdy, reluctant, mandatory, faint, materials, deserted, improvised, or variety. Write an original sentence that makes the word’s meaning clear through context clues. Underline the clue in your sentence.
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