Nonsense Words Context Clues

Nonsense Words Context Clues

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English

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are context clues?

Back

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

2.

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Front

What is a nonsense word?

Back

A nonsense word is a made-up word that does not have a real meaning but can be understood through context clues.

3.

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Front

How can context clues help in understanding nonsense words?

Back

Context clues provide surrounding information that can help deduce the meaning of a nonsense word based on the overall message of the sentence.

4.

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Front

What is an example of a context clue?

Back

An example of a context clue is a description or synonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

5.

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Front

Why is it important to use context clues?

Back

Using context clues helps improve reading comprehension and vocabulary skills by allowing readers to infer meanings without needing a dictionary.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the word 'goodoo' likely refer to in the sentence: 'My goodoo got out of the gate yesterday'?

Back

In this context, 'goodoo' likely refers to a 'dog' as it is a common pet that might escape.

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In the sentence 'Have you seen my oodle?', what could 'oodle' refer to?

Back

In this context, 'oodle' likely refers to a 'lunchbox' as it is something that can be taken to the cafeteria.

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