Context Clues
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9th - 12th Grade
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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.9-10.4C
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of a synonym context clue?
Back
A synonym context clue is when a word is clarified by using a similar word or phrase in the same sentence.
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CCSS.L.9-10.4A
CCSS.L.11-12.4A
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of an antonym context clue?
Back
An antonym context clue is when a word is clarified by providing its opposite meaning.
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
CCSS.L.11-12.4A
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.7.4A
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'emphasize' mean?
Back
To emphasize means to give special importance or prominence to something.
Tags
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the meaning of the word 'salutation'?
Back
A salutation is a greeting or expression of goodwill.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.1.6
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can context clues help in understanding a text?
Back
Context clues help readers infer the meanings of unfamiliar words, enhancing comprehension.
Tags
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.8.6
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a definition context clue?
Back
An example of a definition context clue is when a word's meaning is explained directly in the sentence.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.4A
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
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