Understanding Context Clues

What are context clues?

• Clues given at the end of a book.

• A type of puzzle found in stories.

• Instructions for how to read a text.

• Hints that an author gives to help define a difficult or unusual word.

What can context clues help a reader do?

• Remember the names of characters.

• Figure out the meanings of words they don't know.

• Write a summary of the text.

• Understand the plot of a story better.

What is a 'craven' according to the context provided?

• A king.

• A hero.

• A type of bird.

• A coward.

Based on the context, what are 'mummers'?

• Painters.

• Dancers.

• Actors.

• Musicians.

What does 'genteel' mean based on its context?

• Loud and obnoxious.

• Poorly mannered.

• Classy and dignified.

• Rude and crude.

How can antonyms help in understanding unknown words?

• By providing a direct definition.

• By giving a historical context.

• By offering a contrast in meaning.

• By showing how the word is used in different texts.

What role do synonyms play in identifying the meaning of unknown words?

• They have no role in understanding context clues.

• They offer a similar meaning.

• They provide a direct opposite meaning.

• They confuse the reader further.

What does 'edifices' mean in the given context?

• Mountains.

• Buildings.

• Rivers.

• Forests.

What should you do if context clues do not help in understanding a word?

• Guess the meaning.

• Skip the word entirely.

• Consult a dictionary.

• Ask a friend.

Why is it important to be a 'word detective'?

• To win spelling bees.

• To write better stories.

• To improve vocabulary and comprehension.

• To solve mysteries.