Context Clues Practice

Front

What are context clues?

Back

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

Front

What does the word 'aroma' mean?

Back

Aroma means a pleasant smell, often associated with food.

Front

What does 'parched' mean?

Back

Parched means extremely thirsty or dry.

Front

What does 'sweltered' mean?

Back

Sweltered means to suffer from extreme heat.

Front

What does 'feeble' mean?

Back

Feeble means weak or lacking strength.

Front

What does 'somber' mean?

Back

Somber means serious, dark, or gloomy.

Front

How can context clues help in understanding a text?

Back

Context clues can provide hints about the meaning of unknown words, making it easier to understand the overall message.

Front

Give an example of a context clue in a sentence.

Back

In the sentence 'The puppy was so playful, it bounced around like a ball,' the phrase 'bounced around' helps understand that 'playful' means full of fun and energy.

Front

What is a synonym for 'smell'?

Back

A synonym for 'smell' is 'aroma'.

Front

What is an antonym for 'thirsty'?

Back

An antonym for 'thirsty' is 'satisfied'.