Context Clues & Word Meaning

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What are context clues?

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

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What does 'denote' mean?

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To denote means to indicate or refer to something explicitly, often the literal meaning of a word.

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What does 'connote' mean?

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To connote means to imply or suggest an additional meaning or feeling associated with a word beyond its literal definition.

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What is an antonym context clue?

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An antonym context clue is a word or phrase that provides a contrast to the unfamiliar word, helping to infer its meaning.

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CCSS.L.7.4A

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Example of a word that denotes clear skies?

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The word 'fair' in the phrase 'fair weather' denotes clear skies.

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

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What is connotation?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations that a word carries, beyond its literal meaning.

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Example of a word that connotes danger?

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The word 'snake' can connote danger or deceit, depending on the context.

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What is a synonym context clue?

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A synonym context clue is a word or phrase that has a similar meaning to the unfamiliar word, helping to clarify its meaning.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

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Example of a synonym context clue?

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In the sentence 'The weather was scorching, or extremely hot,' 'extremely hot' is a synonym context clue for 'scorching'.

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CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

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What is the difference between denotation and connotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning of a word, while connotation includes the emotional or cultural associations related to that word.

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