Mastering Contextual Clues – Grade 5 Worksheet
Mastering Contextual Clues – Grade 5 Worksheet
Why This Skill Is Important
Students who understand contextual clues can:
Decode new or difficult words without relying on a dictionary.
Improve reading comprehension and fluency.
Build a stronger vocabulary naturally while reading stories and passages.
Understand meaning based on real usage, not memorization.
This foundational skill supports success across English, science, social studies, and beyond.
What This Worksheet Consists Of
This worksheet includes:
5 MCQ questions where students choose the meaning of a highlighted word using context.
5 fill-in-the-blank questions where students select the best word to complete a sentence.
A mix of vocabulary types, describing emotions, actions, appearance, and more.
Student-friendly, everyday examples to support understanding.
Who This Worksheet Is For
This worksheet is ideal for:
Grade 5 students are developing vocabulary and comprehension.
Teachers looking for quick, curriculum-aligned practice material.
Parents who want short, effective reading support at home.
Tutors and learning centers need ready-to-use worksheets.
Answer Key
MCQs
glimmer → small shine
fragile → easy to break
grumpy → angry
rapidly → quickly
ancient → very old
Fill in the Blanks
The tiny puppy barked loudly all night.
She wore a beautiful dress to the party.
The dark clouds covered the sky.
He felt upset after losing his book.
The classroom became silent during the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contextual clues are hints in a sentence that help readers figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.
It strengthens vocabulary, improves reading comprehension, and boosts confidence in understanding new words independently.
Yes. The questions use clear, simple sentences that Grade 5 students can easily understand.
No. All clues needed to answer correctly are included in the sentence itself.
Absolutely. It works well for classwork, homework, assessments, and warm-up activities.
