Using Context Clues to Determine Word Meanings

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues are important because they allow readers to infer the meanings of words without needing to look them up in a dictionary.

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

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What does the word 'excursion' mean in the context of the sentence?

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In the context of the sentence, 'excursion' means a short trip for pleasure or enjoyment.

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CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

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

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You can determine the meaning of a word by looking at the surrounding sentences for hints, such as examples, definitions, or descriptions.

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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 does the word 'light' mean in the context of the paragraph about springtime?

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In the context of the paragraph, 'light' means the opposite of dark.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is the first definition of 'retire'?

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The first definition of 'retire' is to go to bed.

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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 does 'develop' mean in the context of creating an app?

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In this context, 'develop' means to bring or come into being.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is a synonym for 'excursion'?

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A synonym for 'excursion' is 'trip'.

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

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What is an antonym for 'light'?

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An antonym for 'light' is 'dark'.

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CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A