Context Clues

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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 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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What does it mean to instigate something?

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To instigate something means to get it started, often in a negative or troublesome way.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

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What does the word 'insinuate' mean?

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To insinuate means to suggest something in an indirect or covert way, without stating it outright.

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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 is the meaning of 'strain' in a musical context?

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In a musical context, 'strain' refers to a melody or a specific musical passage.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does 'terrestrial' refer to?

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Terrestrial refers to anything that is of or on the planet Earth.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues can provide hints about the meaning of unknown words, helping readers to infer meanings and improve comprehension.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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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.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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The purpose of using context clues is to enhance reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What does it mean to suggest something without clearly saying it?

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It means to imply or hint at something rather than stating it directly.

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

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What is an example of instigating a conflict?

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An example of instigating a conflict is when someone spreads rumors to provoke arguments among friends.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D