Context Clues

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.

Front

What does the word 'balked' mean in the context of a pony jumping a stream?

Back

Refused.

Front

What does the word 'shrouded' mean in the sentence 'the school building was shrouded by smoke and dust'?

Back

Covered.

Front

What does the word 'versatile' mean?

Back

Having many abilities.

Front

What does the word 'diverse' mean in the context of animal communities?

Back

Very different.

Front

How can context clues help in understanding a text?

Back

They provide hints that can clarify the meaning of unknown words or phrases.

Front

What is an example of a context clue?

Back

A synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

Front

Why is it important to understand context clues?

Back

Understanding context clues enhances reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.

Front

What type of context clue is used in the sentence: 'The weather was so muggy, it felt like a sauna'?

Back

An example of a context clue that describes a situation.

Front

What is a synonym for 'sense' in the context of understanding?

Back

Meaning.