USING CONTEXT CLUES IN READING

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What does the process of breaking down a word into its base word, prefix, and suffix help determine?

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Word Parts

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What is the idea in the sentence: "Discrimination or unfairly targeting one or more groups by those who perceive themselves to be superior can cause distress."? Options: Word Parts, Definition / Explanation, Synonym, Example.

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Definition / Explanation

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The idea: Words next to the unknown word can be a clue that there is a synonym.
Ex: Discrimination or bias can cause distress toward the targeted people.

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Synonym

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The idea: Providing examples of the unknown word can give readers a clue to meaning.
Ex: Vulnerable people, such as young children, the elderly, or handicapped individuals, might have protections under certain laws.

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Example

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The idea: Look for the grammatical structure of appositives which can provide definition, synonym, or example.
Ex: Discrimination, the act of showing bias to one group, can have damaging effects.

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Appositive

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The idea: Comparisons of the word help to determine what it means.
Ex: The ill effects of discrimination are like hateful, wicked tendrils gripping the heart.

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Analogy

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The idea: Opposite information about unknown word can be offset by words and phrases such as unlike, as opposed to, different from.
Ex: Discrimination, as opposed to fairness for all people, can have damaging effects on a targeted group.

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Antonym / Contrast

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Read the sentence, and identify the context clue used: Unlike animals that hunt during the day, nocturnal hunters must find their way in the darkness. Options: Synonym, Antonym, Appositive, Example, Definition

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Antonym

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Identify the context clue used in the sentence: A country imports, or brings in, products from other countries. Options: Synonym, Antonym, Appositive, Example, Definition.

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Appositive

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Read the sentence, and identify the context clue used: The animals feed on grasses, leafy plants, shrubs, and other vegetation. Options: Synonym, Antonym, Appositive, Example, Definition

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Example