Reading: Contextual Clues
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9th Grade - University
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are contextual clues?
Back
Contextual clues are hints or information provided within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.
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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
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'treacherous' mean in the context of a river?
Back
In this context, 'treacherous' means dangerous or hazardous, especially due to unexpected conditions.
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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
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'loquacious' mean?
Back
'Loquacious' means very talkative or chatty.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'indigenous' refer to?
Back
'Indigenous' refers to species or people that are native to a particular region or environment.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.6.5
CCSS.RI.7.5
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'uncanny' imply about someone's ability?
Back
'Uncanny' implies that the ability is strange, mysterious, or extraordinary.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'surfeit' mean?
Back
'Surfeit' means an excessive amount or overabundance of something.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can contextual clues help in reading comprehension?
Back
Contextual clues can help readers infer the meanings of unknown words, enhancing overall understanding of the text.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
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