Context Clues

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a context clue?
Back
A context clue is a word or phrase in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
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CCSS.L.11-12.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'schneeman' refer to in the context of the sentence?
Back
A schneeman refers to a snowman.
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CCSS.L.5.4B
CCSS.L.6.1E
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What subject does 'Naturwissenschaften' translate to in English?
Back
Naturwissenschaften translates to Science.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.10
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a 'rechner' in math?
Back
A 'rechner' is a calculator used to simplify fractions and perform calculations.
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CCSS.7.NS.A.3
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of context clue is used in the sentence: 'The Modern Olympics commenced, or began, in 1986.'?
Back
This sentence uses a direct definition as a context clue.
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CCSS.L.5.4A
CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.8.4A
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'shrouded' mean in the context of the sentence: 'Tristin couldn’t see the school building; it was SHROUDED by smoke and dust.'?
Back
In this context, 'shrouded' means covered.
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CCSS.L.3.5A
CCSS.RL.3.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?
Back
Context clues provide hints or information surrounding an unfamiliar word that can help deduce its meaning.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
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