Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help you 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

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of unknown words without needing a dictionary.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What does the word 'modify' mean in the context of improving something?

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To change or adjust something to make it better.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does 'resolve' mean when talking about a problem?

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To fix or settle an issue.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does 'vigilant' mean?

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Being watchful and alert to danger.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What does 'hesitant' mean?

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Feeling unsure or uncertain about something.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What does 'contribute' mean?

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To give or add something, like help or resources.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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How can you use context clues to understand a new word?

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Look at the surrounding words and sentences to find hints about the word's meaning.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the sentence.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is a synonym for 'change'?

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Modify.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C