Using Context Clues for Meaning

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What does the word 'churlish' mean?

Back

Rude, sullen, and absolutely ill-mannered.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

What does 'interim' mean?

Back

Temporary; not permanent.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

What are 'ecclesiastics'?

Back

Priests or clergy members.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What does 'parched' mean?

Back

Thirsty.

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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 clues indicate the meaning of 'perturbed'?

Back

Sounding annoyed.

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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 is the purpose of using context clues?

Back

To infer the meaning of unknown words based on surrounding text.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What are synonyms for 'rude'?

Back

Impolite, disrespectful, churlish.

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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 is an example of a context clue?

Back

A word or phrase in a sentence that helps define an unfamiliar word.

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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

How can you identify a temporary role in a sentence?

Back

Look for words like 'interim' or 'acting' that suggest a short duration.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

What does 'congregants' refer to?

Back

Members of a congregation, typically in a religious setting.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C