Understanding Context Clues

What is the primary purpose of context clues in reading?

• To reduce reading time

• To enhance reading comprehension

• To improve spelling

• To confuse the reader

Which context clue is used when an unknown word is defined directly within the sentence?

• Comparison

• Contrast or antonym

• Definition or explanation

• Punctuation

What punctuation mark is often used to give examples of an unfamiliar word?

• Semicolon

• Colon

• Period

• Comma

Which context clue involves using opposites to understand the meaning of an unfamiliar word?

• Comparison

• Cause-and-effect

• Example

• Contrast or antonym

What signal words might indicate a comparison context clue?

• But, however

• Such as, for example

• Like, as

• Due to, because

What type of context clue is used when an author lists items to define a word?

• List or series

• General inference

• Punctuation

• Definition

How can cause-and-effect context clues help in understanding an unfamiliar word?

• By giving direct definitions

• By showing a relationship between ideas

• By providing antonyms

• By listing synonyms

What does a 'general inference or logic' context clue rely on?

• Direct contrast

• Specific examples

• Logical reasoning

• Direct definitions

Which of the following is NOT a type of context clue discussed?

• Cause-and-effect

• Punctuation

• General inference

• Synonyms

What is the benefit of using context clues while reading?

• Decreasing reading speed

• Memorizing texts

• Improving vocabulary and comprehension

• Avoiding complex texts