OUTPUT ON RECOGNIZING CONTEXT CLUES

The paragraph below is similar to the kind of humorous article you might find in a newspaper
or magazine. For each word, choose the definition that most closely matches the meaning of the
word as it was used in the paragraph.
Rewrite the sentences substituting the answers for the unfamiliar words.

A. USING CONTEXT CLUES IN DAILY READING:

If I want ad for a rock star existed, it might look like this. Wanted: Young man or
woman willing to forgo a serene life for the prospect of incessant rehearsal, months, or
grueling one-night concerts, and the probability that this lifestyle is temporary. Applicants
for the position must bedeck themselves in flamboyant outfits guaranteed to bedazzle
fans. A repertoire of songs that will totally wreck the composure of an audience is also a
requirement. A group of staunch followers who will support the singer at all times is the
final prerequisite. Anyone who aspires to such a position must possess all these
qualifications.

1. Forgo a. do without b. precede c. agree d. assert

2. Serene a. dead b. peaceful c. excited d. bored
3. Incessant a. tiresome b. uncomfortable c. constant d. secretive
4. Grueling a. exhausting b. soupy c. fighting d. racing
5. Bedeck a. bend b. lure c. wear d. adorn
6. Flamboyant a. trivial b. over showy c. informal d. rare
7. Bedazzle a. blind, figuratively c. change for the worse
b. adapt d. affect
8. Staunch a. tired b. young c. strange d. loyal
9. Prerequisite a. list b. trifle c. basis d. precondition
10. Aspire a. breathe c. influence
b. earnestly desire d. die

B. USING CONTEXT CLUES IN TEXTBOOK READING:

The field of medicine has greatly advanced from primitive attempts to help the injured
and sick. The lifesaving techniques that were used then were based on rudimentary knowledge
of the body. Much of this basic knowledge was derived from observation of animals. From
various herbs and plants came salves to soothe and anodynes to relieve pain. Interestingly
enough, the popularity of many folk remedies is enjoying a resurgence today.
As knowledge about cures of diseases has increased, so too has the range of knowledge
about the diseases themselves. Sophisticated procedures and equipment have enabled scientists
to determine that there are many different viruses as well as many kinds of virulent bacteria.
Success with curing bodily illnesses has made the search for more efficacious methods of
treating mental illnesses even more intensive. Prodigious amounts, however, remain to be
learned about the human body and brain. No one would make the assertion that pathologists
have all the answers.

1. Rudimentary a. elementary b. unpolished c. incurable d. bright

2. Anodyne a. energetic b. stimulant c. alcohol d. pain reliever
3. Resurgence a. development b. birth c. rising again d. surgery
4. Range a. scope b. stove c. wander about d. open land
5. Virulent a. masculine b. cruel c. stingy d. extremely harmful
6. Efficacious a. educated b. friendly c. effective d. effortless
7. Intensive a. very hot b. meant c. thorough d. well-planned
8. Prodigious a. strong b. very smart c. very proud d. huge
9. Assertion a. desertion b. declaration c. rejection d. aggression
10. Pathologist a. trailblazer b. disease c. linguist d. scientist