Using Context Clues for Meaning
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English
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9th - 11th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'vintage' mean in the context of a car?
Back
Classic; refers to a car that is old and valued for its quality and design.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'brevity' mean in the context of speech?
Back
Briefness; the quality of being concise and to the point.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'emaciated' mean when describing an animal?
Back
Thin; refers to an animal that is extremely thin and weak, often due to lack of food.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'concurred' mean in a discussion?
Back
Agreed; to have the same opinion or to approve.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'vacillates' mean in decision-making?
Back
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
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are context clues?
Back
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
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why is it important to use context clues?
Back
They help readers infer meanings and improve comprehension without needing a dictionary.
Tags
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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