Context Clues-Grade 4

Front

What should pedestrians do before crossing the street?

Back

Look both ways.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RI.K.7

Front

What is a synonym for 'beverages'?

Back

Drinks.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Front

What does 'sweltering' mean in the context of weather?

Back

Very hot.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Front

In the sentence 'The ending of this story doesn't make any sense', what does 'sense' refer to?

Back

Understanding or meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What can be used as context clues?

Back

All of the above (surrounding text, illustrations, prior knowledge).

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is the purpose of context clues in reading?

Back

To help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

Front

Give an example of a context clue that indicates a word means 'very hot'.

Back

The weather was sweltering, making it uncomfortable.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Front

What is the definition of 'pedestrian'?

Back

A person who is walking, especially in a city or town.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

How can context clues help in understanding a text?

Back

They provide hints or information that clarify the meaning of words or phrases.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

Front

What is an example of a context clue in a sentence?

Back

The cake was so sweet that it made my teeth hurt.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A