Context Clues

Front

What does the word 'disdain' mean in the context of someone's feelings towards something?

Back

To have a strong dislike for something.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does the term 'treacherous' imply when describing a river?

Back

Dangerous.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

What is the meaning of 'pedestrians'?

Back

Walkers.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What does 'bark' refer to in the context of a tree?

Back

The covering of a tree.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does the word 'commence' mean?

Back

To start or begin.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

How can context clues help in understanding the meaning of unfamiliar words?

Back

They provide hints or information surrounding the word that can help deduce its meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is an example of a context clue that indicates a negative connotation?

Back

Words like 'disdain' or 'treacherous' suggest a negative feeling or danger.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What are synonyms for the word 'commence'?

Back

Begin, start, initiate.

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Front

How can the structure of a sentence provide context clues?

Back

The arrangement of words and phrases can indicate relationships and meanings.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Front

What role do antonyms play in understanding context clues?

Back

They can highlight the meaning of a word by showing what it is not.

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A