Exploring Context Clues: Definitions and Examples

The video tutorial explains the importance of context clues in understanding vocabulary while reading. It covers four types of context clues: definition, synonym, antonym, and example or explanation. Each type is explained with examples, and the video concludes with practice exercises to reinforce learning.

What should you do when you encounter an unfamiliar word while reading?

• Ask someone immediately

• Skip the sentence

• Use context clues

• Ignore the word

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which signal word is associated with definition context clues?

• Is defined as

• Unlike

• Such as

• However

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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 does 'duplicity' mean based on its context in the example given?

• Honesty

• Deceit

• Clarity

• Simplicity

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does 'sedentary' imply based on the context clues provided?

• Very active

• Unhealthy

• Not very active

• Healthy

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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 type of context clue is used if the sentence contains a word that means the opposite of the unfamiliar word?

• Example

• Definition

• Antonym

• Synonym

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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 is NOT a type of context clue?

• Prediction

• Definition

• Synonym

• Antonym

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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

Which type of context clue is used when a word is explained using examples?

• Synonym

• Antonym

• Definition

• Example or Explanation

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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 'Miguel was very loquacious, he really loved to talk', what type of context clue is used?

• Definition

• Example

• Synonym

• Antonym

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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 does 'indolent' mean based on the context clue provided?

• Curious

• Energetic

• Lazy

• Industrious

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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 can be inferred about 'ambulances' based on the examples given?

• Types of vehicles

• Medical conditions

• Charms or talismans

• Scientific instruments

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D