Home / English / Printables / Grade 4 / Context and Reference Works Context and Reference Works is a free printable Grade 4 English worksheet on combining context with what a root tells you, aligned to Common Core standard L.4.4. It prints 8 questions with an answer key on its own sheet of paper, in 25 versions that each ask different questions, so no two pupils in the class work from the same page. Print it from the browser or download it as a PDF — no account, no email.
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Context and Reference Works L.4.4
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1. One consequence of the drought was a poor harvest. What does "consequence" mean here?
A. a result of something that happened B. a kind of measurement C. a type of question D. a cause of something 2. The two species have distinct markings. What does "distinct" mean here?
A. exactly the same B. clearly different from others C. very old D. very common 3. They built an elaborate model of the harbour. What does "elaborate" mean here?
A. worked out with many details B. brand new C. very plain and simple D. badly damaged 4. The letter revealed where the money had gone. What does "reveal" mean here?
A. to repeat B. to destroy C. to keep hidden D. to make something known 5. Her reluctance showed in every slow step. What does "reluctance" mean here?
A. great enthusiasm B. careful planning C. sudden anger D. unwillingness to do something 6. The fallen tree was the first obstacle on the path. What does "obstacle" mean here?
A. a kind of map B. something that blocks the way C. a clear open road D. a helpful guide 7. She had a vivid memory of the first day. What does "vivid" mean here?
A. quiet and calm B. very bright or very clear C. faint and unclear D. slow and steady 8. The diagram shows the sequence of the water cycle. What does "sequence" mean here?
A. the size of something B. the cost of something C. the order things happen in D. the colour of something LessonPrint · L.4.4 · Set 5 · free to copy for classroom use
Answer key — Context and Reference Works Set 5. Prints on its own sheet.
1. a result of something that happened 2. clearly different from others 3. worked out with many details 4. to make something known 5. unwillingness to do something 6. something that blocks the way 7. very bright or very clear 8. the order things happen in Last reviewed 2026-09-05. Aligned to L.4.4 of the Common Core State Standards for English language arts.