Question

determine the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence below using context clues. the storm clouds looked ominous as they rolled across the sky. gloomy, threatening warm, cozy happy, excited

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "ominous" using context clues, we analyze the sentence. Storm clouds rolling across the sky typically suggest a sense of danger or foreboding. "Gloomy, threatening" matches this context, while "warm, cozy" and "happy, excited" are inconsistent with storm clouds.

Answer:

A. gloomy, threatening