Using Context Clues for Meaning

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What does 'vintage' mean in the context of a car?

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Classic; refers to a car that is old and valued for its quality and design.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What does 'brevity' mean in the context of speech?

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Briefness; the quality of being concise and to the point.

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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 'emaciated' mean when describing an animal?

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Thin; refers to an animal that is extremely thin and weak, often due to lack of food.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What does 'concurred' mean in a discussion?

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Agreed; to have the same opinion or to approve.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What does 'vacillates' mean in decision-making?

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Changes; to waver between different opinions or actions.

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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 are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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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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Why is it important to use context clues?

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They help readers infer meanings and improve comprehension without needing a dictionary.

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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How can examples in a sentence serve as context clues?

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They illustrate the meaning of a word by showing how it is used in a specific situation.

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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 role does punctuation play in understanding context?

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Punctuation can indicate pauses or emphasis, helping to clarify meaning.

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CCSS.L.1.2B

CCSS.L.4.3B

CCSS.L.K.2B