4th Grade - Using Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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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 'legendary' mean?

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Legendary refers to something that is famous or well-known, often because of its extraordinary qualities or achievements.

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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 'partial' mean in the context of liking something?

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In this context, 'partial' means favoring something or someone; being fond of.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

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What does 'shrewd' mean?

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Shrewd means having or showing sharp powers of judgment; clever.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

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What does 'splendor' mean?

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Splendor means something of great beauty or impressive appearance.

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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 is a 'trickster'?

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A trickster is someone who enjoys tricking or deceiving others.

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

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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, making it easier to comprehend the overall message.

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

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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.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

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Understanding context clues helps improve reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is a synonym for 'astonished'?

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A synonym for 'astonished' is 'amazed'.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C