Vocabulary Context Clues Practice

Front

What is a lantern?

Back

A lantern is a portable light source that can be carried around, often used to see in the dark.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What does lopsided mean?

Back

Lopsided means something that is not straight or balanced, often tilted to one side.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What does it mean to hibernate?

Back

To hibernate means to spend a long time sleeping or resting, usually during winter, to conserve energy.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What does spattered mean?

Back

Spattered means to splash or scatter liquid in small drops.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What does scramble mean?

Back

To scramble means to move quickly and with difficulty, often in a hurry.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the purpose of context clues?

Back

Context clues are hints or information in a sentence that help you understand the meaning of a word.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

Front

How can you find the meaning of an unknown word in a sentence?

Back

You can look for context clues, such as synonyms, antonyms, or examples in the sentence.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.K.5B

Front

What is an example of a context clue?

Back

An example of a context clue is when a word is explained in the same sentence or in a nearby sentence.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

Why is it important to understand vocabulary?

Back

Understanding vocabulary helps you comprehend what you read and communicate better.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

Front

What is a synonym for 'scramble'?

Back

A synonym for 'scramble' is 'hurry' or 'rush'.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.K.5B