Context Clues 3rd grade

Front

What does the word 'opponent' mean?

Back

A challenger or someone who competes against you.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What does 'aroma' refer to?

Back

A pleasant smell, especially from food.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does 'fractured' mean?

Back

To break, especially a bone.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What does 'parched' mean?

Back

Very thirsty.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is a 'disease'?

Back

An illness that affects the body.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What are context clues?

Back

Hints or information in a text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

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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

How can you find the meaning of a word using context clues?

Back

Look at the words and sentences around the unknown word for hints.

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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

What is an example of a context clue?

Back

An explanation or synonym provided in the same sentence.

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CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

Front

Why is it important to understand context clues?

Back

It helps you improve your reading comprehension and vocabulary.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

Front

What does 'delightful' mean?

Back

Causing happiness or pleasure.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4