8th Grade Context clues
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are context clues?
Back
Context clues are hints or information within 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
What is a Definition/Restatement context clue?
Back
A Definition/Restatement context clue explains the meaning of a word by using synonyms or definitions in the same sentence.
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CCSS.RI.1.4
CCSS.RI.2.4
CCSS.RI.3.4
CCSS.RI.K.4
CCSS.RL.3.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a Comparison/Example context clue?
Back
A Comparison/Example context clue provides examples or comparisons to help clarify the meaning of a word.
Tags
CCSS.L.2.4E
CCSS.L.3.4D
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a Contrast context clue?
Back
A Contrast context clue shows how a word differs from another word, often using words like 'but' or 'however'.
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CCSS.L.1.4A
CCSS.L.2.4A
CCSS.L.3.4A
CCSS.L.4.4A
CCSS.L.K.5B
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a Cause and Effect context clue?
Back
A Cause and Effect context clue explains the reason something happens and the result of that action.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RI.3.4
CCSS.RI.4.4
CCSS.W.4.2D
CCSS.W.5.2D
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'alleviate' mean?
Back
To lessen or diminish.
Tags
CCSS.L.2.4E
CCSS.L.3.4D
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'allotted' mean?
Back
To be allowed or given a certain amount.
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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