Context Clues
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are context clues?
Back
Context clues are hints or information found in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.
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CCSS.L.2.4E
CCSS.L.3.4D
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why are context clues important?
Back
Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, improving comprehension and vocabulary.
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CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.L.6.6
CCSS.RI.5.4
CCSS.W.5.2D
CCSS.W.6.2D
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'parched' mean in the sentence: 'I was so parched, I drank an entire glass of water in one gulp.'?
Back
Thirsty.
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CCSS.L.4.4A
CCSS.L.4.5C
CCSS.L.5.4A
CCSS.L.5.5C
CCSS.L.6.4A
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'conspicuous' mean in the sentence: 'The conspicuous man wore a purple wig and large sunglasses.'?
Back
Easily noticed.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.L.5.6
CCSS.L.6.2B
CCSS.L.6.6
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'alter' mean in the sentence: 'Grandpa didn't know that it was going to rain on the fishing trip, and now he had to alter his plans.'?
Back
Change.
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CCSS.L.5.5C
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'reluctant' mean in the sentence: 'Jimmy was reluctant to ride the roller coaster because he was scared.'?
Back
Unwilling.
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CCSS.L.4.4A
CCSS.L.4.5C
CCSS.L.5.4A
CCSS.L.5.5C
CCSS.L.6.4A
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'permit' mean in the sentence: 'Greg begged his parents to permit him to watch more television, but they said he had to finish his homework.'?
Back
Allow.
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CCSS.L.5.5C
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