Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues are important because they help readers deduce the meanings of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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What is an example of a context clue?

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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.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

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What does the word 'accumulate' mean in the context of snow?

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In this context, 'accumulate' means to gather or collect over time, as snow builds up on the ground.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does the word 'analyze' mean?

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'Analyze' means to examine something in detail in order to understand it better or draw conclusions.

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CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

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What does the word 'adjacent' mean?

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'Adjacent' means next to or adjoining something else.

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What does the word 'anticipate' mean?

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'Anticipate' means to expect or predict 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 the word 'adapt' mean?

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'Adapt' means to adjust or modify oneself to new conditions or environments.

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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How can context clues help in reading comprehension?

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Context clues can help readers infer meanings, make predictions, and enhance overall understanding of the text.

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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What types of context clues can be found in a text?

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Types of context clues include definitions, examples, synonyms, antonyms, and descriptive phrases.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A