Context Clues

What type of context clues use similar words to help with the meaning of an unknown word?

• Antonyms

• Synonyms

• Examples

• Definitions

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.5B

Comparing something opposite is using what type of clues?

• Antonyms
• Synonyms
• Examples
• Definitions

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CCSS.L.8.5B

CCSS.RI.8.3

Telling what a word means within the sentence is an example of what type of context clue?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

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CCSS.L.8.4A

Violence, whether it is hitting, kicking, or punching, is not tolerated at school.
This uses which type of context clue?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

We had so much fun at the party! Everyone had a terrific time.
This is an example of which type of context clue?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RL.8.4

Mr. James wants us to be prompt in the mornings, not late.
Which type of context clue is used?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

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CCSS.L.8.5B

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

An Army uniform has symbols on it. These emblems show what the person has done in the Army.
What type of context clue is this?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.RI.8.4

Brianna was uncertain about the question, but she gave her answer as though she was sure of it.
Which type of context clue is used here?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

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CCSS.L.8.4A

Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food.
Which type of context clue is being used?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

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CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.8.5B

CCSS.RI.8.4

The store specializes in cutlery, such as forks and knives, that has unique designs.
Which type of context clue is being used?

• Antonym
• Synonym
• Example
• Definition

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CCSS.L.8.4A