Context Clues Level 4

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What does the word 'conscience' mean in the context of decision-making?

Back

Inner thoughts or moral compass that guides a person's decisions.

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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

Front

What does the word 'utter' imply when someone is in pain?

Back

To quietly say or express something, often in a subdued manner.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

Define 'cunning' in the context of strategy games like chess.

Back

The ability to use cleverness and deceit to achieve a goal, often involving strategic thinking.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What does 'spiteful' mean when describing someone's actions?

Back

Showing a desire to hurt, annoy, or offend someone; acting in a cruel or unfair manner.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What are 'malefactions' in a legal context?

Back

Crimes or wrongful acts, especially those that are punishable by law.

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?

Back

Context clues provide hints or information surrounding a word that can help deduce its meaning.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the importance of understanding synonyms in context clues?

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Synonyms can provide alternative words with similar meanings, aiding in comprehension of the text.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

How can antonyms serve as context clues?

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Antonyms can highlight contrasts that help clarify the meaning of a word by showing what it is not.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

What role does inference play in using context clues?

Back

Inference involves drawing conclusions based on evidence and reasoning, which helps in understanding implied meanings.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What strategies can be used to identify context clues in a sentence?

Back

Look for surrounding words, phrases, examples, or explanations that provide hints about the meaning.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A