Context Clues

No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Almost every portable device is being made with an Internet connection. Most new TVs and many other appliances come with Internet connections as well. The Internet is truly ubiquitous.

• it is everywhere

• it costs too much money

• it causes rashes

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your chances of winning! In the above context, what does “rash” mean?

• an itchy skin condition

• trying to hide or disguise

• with little thought or consideration

• remarkable

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Some people are always bashing the president just like others bashed the one before him. Wouldn't you think that everyone could find something to praise him for, at least once in a while?

What does “bashing” mean in the above selection?

• voting for a different candidate

• sharing a political opinion

• speaking or writing harshly about

• outlandish spending

Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life saving research.

What does “esteemed” mean?

• encouraged

• greatly admired

• confidence

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CCSS.L.3.2F

I believe that if you lower taxes so that people can keep more of the money they earn, it will be an incentive for them to work harder.

• a reason to do something

• a small amount of money

• a tax

• pay for obeying rule or law

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Most of America's Founding Fathers did not believe in women's suffrage. Only men could vote in the United states until 1920.

What is “suffrage” ?

• something that causes physical pain

• the right to vote

• civil rights

• fight for equality

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Some people are sure that the new health care law will mean better care for everyone. Others argue that the law will mean less care and longer waiting lines for those who need to see doctors. It's a controversy that will not go away soon.

• have strong disagreements over

• same view points

• different political parties

• having strong agreements about different topics

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

In the early 1600s, a dangerous trip across the Atlantic Ocean was a daunting idea. The Europeans, who would someday be known as the Pilgrims, must have been a very determined and brave group of settlers. A daunting task is one that would _______ someone.

• amuse

• lose or misplace

• frighten or intimidate

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

When the Pilgrims landed in what is now Massachusetts, they were fearful that the Native Americans would attack them. However, the people that they encountered, the Wampanoag Indians, were a peaceful and generous tribe. To encounter, is to

• meet

• note how many

• fight

• dialogue

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Fortunately, the explosion diverted the asteroid from a course that would have sent it hurdling into our planet. To divert is to _______.

• jump into

• change the direction

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A