Flashcard on Context Clues and Unfamiliar Vocabulary

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What does 'desert' mean based on the sentence: 'The desert is an extremely dry place where very few plants and animals can live.'?

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An extremely dry place with few plants and animals.

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What can we infer about Amira's feelings based on her actions in the classroom?

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She is nervous or anxious.

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What should you look for to identify an analogy context clue?

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Words like 'like' or 'as'.

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In the sentence 'The desert is an extremely dry place where very few plants and animals can live,' what type of place is a desert?

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A dry place.

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In the sentence 'The scientist made an observation about the behavior of the birds,' what type of context clue is used?

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Example.

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What is a context clue?

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A hint or suggestion in the text that helps readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does 'infer' mean in reading comprehension?

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To make a logical guess based on evidence in the text.

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What are some common types of context clues?

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Definition, example, synonym, antonym, and analogy.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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To help readers understand unfamiliar vocabulary and improve comprehension.

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What does 'observation' mean in the context of science?

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The act of watching and noting something to gain information.