Context Clues Practice

What is the definition of context clues?

• Hints or information found in a text to help understand the meaning of unknown words or phrases.

• Context clues are only found in non-fiction texts.

• Context clues are irrelevant details in a text that confuse the reader.

• Hints or information found in a text to help understand the meaning of known words or phrases.

What are the types of context clues?

• definition, synonym, antonym, tone, and inference

• meaning, similarity, opposite, instance, and conclusion

• explanation, analogy, contrast, illustration, and deduction

How can a context clue be used to provide a definition?

• By using synonyms or antonyms to define the unknown word or concept.

• By using punctuation marks to indicate the meaning of the unknown word or concept.

• By using illustrations or diagrams to visually represent the definition of the unknown word or concept.

• By using surrounding words or phrases to give hints or clues about the meaning of an unknown word or concept.

What is the purpose of using context clues in reading comprehension?

• To help readers understand unfamiliar words or phrases.

• To test readers' ability to memorize and recall information.

• To provide additional information that is not necessary for comprehension.

• To confuse readers and make the text more challenging.

Which type of context clue is used in the sentence 'The book was filled with intricate illustrations' to understand the meaning of 'intricate'?

• synonym

• definition

• antonym

• example

In the sentence 'She was ecstatic when she received the award', what is the context clue for the word 'ecstatic'?

• when she received the award

• the award

• was

• She

Complete the sentence: 'The dark clouds and thunder indicated an approaching ________.'

• sunny

• hurricane

• storm

• rain

She huddled in the corner, clutching her tattered blanket and shaking convulsively, as she feverishly searched the room for the unknown dangers that awaited her.

What is the mood/tone of this word?

• Happy

• Excited

• Frightening

• Terrifying

While Melissa is clumsy and awkward, her sister is quite is elegant.

What is the type of contextual clues for the sentences above?

• Synonym

• Antonym

• Tone/Mood

• Definition/Explanation