Unknown Words

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What does the word 'unknown' mean?

Back

Not known or familiar; something that is not recognized or identified.

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CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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What is a 'word'?

Back

A single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, typically consisting of one or more morphemes.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What does 'context' refer to in understanding unknown words?

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The circumstances or setting in which a word is used, which can help determine its meaning.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What is a 'synonym'?

Back

A word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is an 'antonym'?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does 'definition' mean?

Back

A statement that explains the meaning of a word or phrase.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What is a 'prefix'?

Back

A group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.

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CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

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What is a 'suffix'?

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A group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning.

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CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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What does 'root word' mean?

Back

The base part of a word that gives it meaning, to which prefixes and suffixes can be added.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What is 'context clues'?

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Hints or information within a text that help readers 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