Context Clues Practice

Front

What does the word 'somber' mean in the context of a mood?

Back

Serious or grave.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the meaning of 'prevaricating'?

Back

Lying or being evasive.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What does 'sweltered' imply about someone's condition?

Back

To sweat or suffer from heat.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

How can 'precariously' be described in terms of safety?

Back

In a dangerous or unstable manner.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2E

Front

What does 'malevolent' mean when describing a person's character?

Back

Evil or harmful.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

What are context clues?

Back

Hints or suggestions in the text that help deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

How can understanding context clues improve reading comprehension?

Back

It allows readers to infer meanings and understand the text better.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

What is an example of a context clue?

Back

A synonym, antonym, or explanation provided in the surrounding text.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

Front

Why is it important to recognize tone in a passage?

Back

Tone can provide insight into the author's attitude and the overall mood of the text.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Front

What role does vocabulary play in understanding context clues?

Back

A strong vocabulary helps in recognizing and interpreting context clues effectively.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4