Context Clues

What is an example of a context clue?

• The context clue 'swam in the ocean' in the sentence 'The cat swam in the ocean.'

• The context clue 'flew in the sky' in the sentence 'The fish flew in the sky.'

• The context clue 'towered over the trees' in the sentence 'The gargantuan elephant towered over the trees.'

• The context clue 'danced on the moon' in the sentence 'The dog danced on the moon.'

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

How can context clues help in understanding the meaning of an unknown word?

• Context clues provide no help in understanding unknown words

• Context clues are only useful for familiar words

• Context clues can help in understanding the meaning of an unknown word by providing surrounding information that hints at its definition.

• Context clues always give the exact definition of an unknown word

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Identify the context clue in the following sentence: 'The dark clouds indicated an incoming storm.'

• dark clouds

• bright clouds

• sunny weather

• rainbow

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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

In the sentence 'The teacher's laudatory comments boosted Sarah's confidence,' what does the word 'laudatory' mean based on the context?

• indicating confusion or uncertainty

• expressing praise or admiration

• showing indifference or apathy

• expressing criticism or disapproval

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Why is it important to pay attention to context clues while reading?

• It is important to pay attention to context clues while reading because they help in understanding unfamiliar words or phrases.

• Context clues slow down the reading process

• Context clues are irrelevant to understanding the text

• Context clues distract from the main idea of the text

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Which type of context clue provides a direct explanation of an unfamiliar word?

• Synonym

• Antonym

• Example

• Definition

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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

What are some common types of context clues used in reading comprehension?

• clue words

• contrast clues

• context clues

• definition clues, synonym clues, antonym clues, example clues, inference clues

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Identify the context clue in the sentence: 'The aroma of freshly baked cookies wafted through the house.'

• house

• aroma

• baking

• smell

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

How can context clues help improve reading comprehension skills?

• Context clues only confuse readers further

• Context clues are only useful for experienced readers

• Context clues have no impact on reading comprehension

• Context clues provide hints within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases, leading to better comprehension of the overall content.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

In the sentence 'The detective scrutinized the evidence with a keen eye,' what does 'scrutinized' mean in this context?

• To examine closely and thoroughly

• To analyze superficially

• To ignore completely

• To overlook with indifference

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D