3rd Grade Context Clues Practice

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What does the word 'uncovered' mean in the context of finding something?

Back

It means to find or discover something that was hidden.

Front

What does 'nocturnal' mean?

Back

It refers to animals that are active at night.

Front

What does 'congested' mean when describing a parking lot?

Back

It means the parking lot is crowded and full of cars.

Front

What does 'opponent' mean in a competition?

Back

It means a challenger or someone you are competing against.

Front

What does 'clarify' mean when asking for help?

Back

It means to explain something in a way that makes it easier to understand.

Front

What is a context clue?

Back

A hint or piece of information in a sentence that helps you understand the meaning of a word.

Front

How can you use context clues to figure out unknown words?

Back

Look for words or phrases around the unknown word that give hints about its meaning.

Front

What does it mean if something is 'crowded'?

Back

It means there are many people or things in a space, making it full.

Front

What is an example of a nocturnal animal?

Back

A bat is an example of a nocturnal animal.

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What does it mean to 'explain' something?

Back

It means to make something clear or easy to understand.