Context clues
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are context clues?
Back
Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.
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CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of using context clues?
Back
The purpose of using context clues is to infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.
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CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'denounce' mean?
Back
To denounce means to publicly declare something to be wrong or evil.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.RL.1.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'besiege' mean?
Back
To besiege means to surround a place with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender.
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CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is 'apparel'?
Back
Apparel refers to clothing or garments.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a context clue?
Back
An example of a context clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.
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CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
CCSS.L.6.4A
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can you identify context clues in a sentence?
Back
You can identify context clues by looking for descriptive words, examples, or comparisons that provide hints about the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
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