Canyon and Context

In this vocabulary-focused worksheet, students read a short passage titled Lost in the Canyon and use context clues to determine the meanings of bolded words. Learners analyze how surrounding sentences help define words like formidable and ingenuity. The reflection question at the end encourages higher-order thinking about why the author chose particular words to shape the story’s tone. This activity enhances vocabulary acquisition, inferencing, and comprehension through contextual analysis.

Curriculum Matched Skills

English Language Arts – Vocabulary Acquisition and Use

English Language Arts – Context Clues and Word Meaning

English Language Arts – Analyzing Word Choice and Mood

This worksheet is part of our Grade 6 Reading Comprehension collection.