Contextual Clues

Front

What does the word 'shrouded' mean?

Back

Covered

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does the word 'introvert' mean?

Back

Shy and quiet

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What does the word 'exorbitant' mean?

Back

Expensive

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What does the word 'lukewarm' mean?

Back

Warm

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Front

What does the word 'treacherous' mean?

Back

Dangerous

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

What are contextual clues?

Back

Hints or suggestions in the text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

Why are contextual clues important in reading?

Back

They help readers infer meanings and enhance comprehension.

Tags

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 contextual clue?

Back

A synonym or antonym provided in the sentence.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

How can punctuation serve as a contextual clue?

Back

It can indicate pauses or emphasis that help clarify meaning.

Tags

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

What role does the surrounding text play in understanding a word?

Back

It provides context that can help deduce the meaning of the word.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C