Context Clues

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What are context clues?

Back

Words or phrases in a text that help you understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What does 'harsh' mean in the context of a mother being strict?

Back

Serious or severe in manner.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does 'glimmering' mean when describing a ring?

Back

Shiny or sparkling.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What does 'lanky' mean when describing a dog?

Back

Skinny and tall.

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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 'seldom' mean?

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Rarely or not often.

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CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.6

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What does 'reluctant' mean when someone is scared?

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Unwilling or hesitant.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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How can context clues help you in reading?

Back

They help you figure out the meaning of new words without using a dictionary.

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CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Using a synonym or antonym in the same sentence.

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CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.5C

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

Back

It improves reading comprehension and vocabulary.

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CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

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What is a synonym for 'harsh'?

Back

Severe.

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CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.5C