Context Clues Introduction

Context

Clues

Context Clues

Hints found within a sentence, paragraph, or passage that a reader can use to understand the meanings of new or unfamiliar words.

The dates are listed in chronological order; they start at the beginning and end with the last event.

• Start at the beginning and end at the last event.

In following with our family tradition, get together for the holidays every single year.

• Clues: Every single year.

• Definition: Passing down of customs from generation to generation.

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The meadow was full of wildflowers. There were not many large plants and trees were sparse. The underlined word means..

• Many

• Few

• Large

Poll

The artist used vivid colors in the painting, which made it standout in the otherwise drab room.

• Dull

• Tinted

• Bright

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Adrian liked his new laptop because it was so light and portable. He took it everywhere with him!

• Small

• Move-able