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Monday, March 22, 2010 Warm Up 1 of 5

Monday, March 22, 2010 Warm Up 1 of 5. Use context clues to answer the question. It was a sad strain that met our ears as we entered the old theatre . There was a beauty in the voice that we would never forget. This would be a special concert.

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Monday, March 22, 2010 Warm Up 1 of 5

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  1. Monday, March 22, 2010Warm Up 1 of 5 Use context clues to answer the question. It was a sad strain that met our ears as we entered the old theatre. There was a beauty in the voice that we would never forget. This would be a special concert. What does “strain” mean in the context of this selection? effort b. injury c. melody d. filter Write the underlined sentence and the complete answer.

  2. Tuesday, March 23, 2010Warm Up 2 of 5 Use context clues to answer the question. I want you to weigh his words carefully. He seems sincere and presents his arguments well. There is, however, something that does not quite ring true about the candidate. What does “weigh” mean in the context of the selection? • To measure the mass c. to think about • To put pressure on a scale d. to be important Write the underlined sentence and the complete answer.

  3. Wednesday, March 24, 2010Warm Up 3 of 5 Use context clues to answer the question. Michael is an ardent supporter of his presidential candidate. That became obvious to me when I found out how much time he has donated to the campaign. Perhaps Michael knows what he is doing. What does “ardent” mean in the context of this selection? • Old b. intelligent c. foolish d. very strong Write the underlined sentence and the complete answer.

  4. Thursday, March 25, 2010Warm Up 4 of 5 Use context clues to answer the question. Kim, of course you didn’t pass the test. You read too many comics. Even worse, you studied infrequently. What does “infrequently” mean in the context of this selection? • All the time c. while listening to music • At the library d. not often Write the underlined sentence and the complete answer.

  5. Friday, March 26, 2010Warm Up 5 of 5 Use context clues to answer the question. It is important to scour the tub after frequent use; this will cleanse stubborn dirt. What does “scour” mean in the context of this selection? • To frown c. scrub well b. To yell d. Lightly touch Write the underlined sentence and the complete answer.

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