contextual clues
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English
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4th - 5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are contextual clues?
Back
Contextual clues are hints or information provided in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.
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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 contextual clues important?
Back
Contextual clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.
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CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RI.4.4
CCSS.RI.5.4
CCSS.W.4.2D
CCSS.W.5.2D
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a contextual clue?
Back
An example of a contextual clue is using a sentence that describes a word, like 'The dog was very parched, so it drank a lot of water.' Here, 'parched' means thirsty.
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CCSS.L.3.4A
CCSS.L.4.4A
CCSS.L.4.5C
CCSS.L.5.4A
CCSS.L.5.5C
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'whined' mean in the context of a child having nightmares?
Back
In this context, 'whined' means to complain or cry softly, which is similar to 'whimpering'.
Tags
CCSS.L.5.5C
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'gorgeous' mean when describing a smile?
Back
'Gorgeous' means very beautiful or attractive.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RL.1.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'introvert' mean in the context of personality?
Back
An 'introvert' is a person who is shy and prefers to spend time alone rather than in social situations.
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CCSS.RI.3.10
CCSS.RI.4.10
CCSS.RI.5.10
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'tragic' mean in the context of a story?
Back
'Tragic' refers to something that is very sad or disastrous, often involving loss or suffering.
Tags
CCSS.L.2.4E
CCSS.L.3.4D
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
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