Context clues
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English
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are context clues?
Back
Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why are context clues important?
Back
Context clues help readers infer meanings, enhance comprehension, and improve vocabulary skills.
Tags
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a context clue?
Back
An example of a context clue is using synonyms or antonyms in a sentence to clarify the meaning of a word.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'apparel' mean?
Back
Apparel refers to clothing or garments.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'forsake' mean in the context of vegetarianism?
Back
Forsake means to give up or renounce something, in this case, animal meats.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RL.1.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between 'instantaneous' and 'later'?
Back
'Instantaneous' refers to something happening immediately, while 'later' indicates a time that is not immediate.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a synonym for 'gainful'?
Back
A synonym for 'gainful' is 'profitable' or 'rewarding'.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.4A
CCSS.L.7.4A
CCSS.L.7.5B
CCSS.L.8.4A
CCSS.L.9-10.4A
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