Vocabulary • Ch 15 - Tuck Everlasting • Context Clues

The mirror was beautifully silvered, reflecting everything with dazzling clarity.

 

What does the word 'silvered' mean?

• Words used to show surprise or emotion

• Someone from a different culture

• People who see something happen

• Covered or coated with shiny silver material

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

She enjoyed decorating her parlor with antique furniture.

 

What does the word 'parlor' mean?

• Someone from a different culture

• A cozy room in a house

• People who see something happen

• To be worried or care about something

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

She shouted several exclamations of joy when she won the lottery.

 

What does the word 'exclamations' mean?

• Words used to show surprise or emotion

• People who see something happen

• To be worried or care about something

• A cozy room in a house

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

They arrived at their destination after a long journey.

 

What does the word 'destination' mean?

• Taking someone away without permission or consent

• People who see something happen

• People who can read and write

• The place you are going to

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

The barbarian tribes were known for their fierce warrior culture.

 

What does the word 'barbarian' mean?

• Someone who sees something happening

• People who see something happen

• Someone from a different culture

• A cozy room in a house

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Many literacy programs aim to empower adults who are illiterates or struggling literates.

 

What does the word 'literates' mean?

• A very difficult or challenging experience

• People who can read and write

• Easy to understand or see

• When people decide and say "yes" together

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

The witnesses gave detailed accounts of what they saw during the accident.

 

What does the word 'witnesses' mean?

• People who see something happen

• Someone from a different culture

• Covered or coated with shiny silver material

• Illiterate: Unable to read or write proficiently

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

Many illiterates struggle to communicate effectively due to their lack of reading and writing skills.

 

What does the word 'illiterates' mean?

• Happily; with great joy and pleasure

• Illiterate: Unable to read or write proficiently

• To move your hand on something

• Covered or coated with shiny silver material

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

The authorities are currently investigating a reported kidnapping in the city.

 

What does the word 'kidnapping' mean?

• Taking someone away without permission or consent

• To be worried or care about something

• Someone from a different culture

• Covered or coated with shiny silver material

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

She was the sole witness to the crime.

 

What does the word 'witness' mean?

• Someone who sees something happening

• A very difficult or challenging experience

• Taking someone away without permission or consent

• People who break the law and commit crimes

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4