Context Clues

Which of the following is type of context clue that you can use to figure out the meaning of a new word.

• spelling

• synonyms

• introduction

• nouns

"Examples are also a type context clue you can use to define an unknown word."

Read the sentence below to determine examples in the sentence which you can use to define the underline word.

"The décor including the fancy lights, beautiful paintings, and unique furniture made the house look stunning."

• stunning

• paintings

• lights

• furniture

Riddle: Who Am I?

"My definition is similar to another word although our spelling is different."

Riddle: Who Am I?

"My definition is opposite the meaning of another word." Who Am I?

Determine the meaning of the underlined word using clues from the sentence or knowledge you already have

While her parents were out of town, Joanne had to fend for herself. She set her alarm every night so that she would wake up time. She got herself breakfast and packed her lunch. In the evenings she prepared a simple dinner. In fact, she felt quite grown up.

• act

• clean

• cope

• decide