Context Clues

Context Clues

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English

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are context clues?

Back

Context clues are hints or information found within a sentence or passage that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

2.

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Front

What does the word 'analyze' mean?

Back

To inspect closely; examine.

3.

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Front

What does 'moderate' mean in the context of cleanliness?

Back

Average; not excessive.

4.

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Front

What does it mean to 'degrade' someone?

Back

To lower someone's value.

5.

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Front

What does 'substantial' mean?

Back

Of a good size.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can context clues help in reading?

Back

They can help determine the meaning of unknown words by looking at surrounding words or sentences.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of a context clue?

Back

Using synonyms or antonyms in the text to infer the meaning of a word.

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