Understanding Context Clues

Which signal words are associated with the definition type of context clue?

• but, however, instead

• is, are, means

• for example, such as, including

• like, as, similarly

Which context clue category does the example "The cacophony in the living room, including the yelling toddlers, was irritating" belong to?

• Definitions

• Examples

• Antonym or Contrast

• Synonym or Comparison

What is the purpose of using context clues in reading?

• To make the text longer

• To confuse the reader

• To help understand the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary

• To add more characters to the story

What should you do if the meaning you identified does not fit the context?

• Ignore the word

• Choose a better meaning based on context clues and background knowledge

• Ask someone for the correct meaning

• Use a dictionary immediately

What is the benefit of using context clues and background knowledge to infer the best meaning of a word?

• It saves time

• It is always accurate

• It helps understand the word in the context it is used

• It eliminates the need for a dictionary

What does the text imply about encountering unfamiliar words?

• It is uncommon.

• It is a normal part of reading.

• It should be avoided.

• It only happens to beginners.

What is one of the favorite pranks of the Exoscells mentioned in the passage?

• Hiding shoes

• Jumping out from behind a door

• Playing loud music

• Turning off the lights

How are the Exoscells described in terms of their behavior most of the time?

• Rude

• Polite

• Angry

• Quiet

What does the word "trainers" refer to in the context of the passage?

• Shoes

• Coaches

• Pets

• Teachers

What is the reaction of the humans to the Exoscells' pranks?

• They get angry

• They are surprised

• They ignore them

• They laugh