Using Context Clues to Understand Unfamiliar Words

The video tutorial introduces Chen's interest in reptiles and explains how to use context clues to understand unfamiliar words. It provides two examples: understanding the word 'albino' in the context of alligators and 'restless' in the context of tigers. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of rereading sentences, considering the context, and testing potential meanings to deduce the correct interpretation of unknown words.

What is the main reason Chen loves geckos?

• They remind him of tiny alligators.

• They are his favorite pet.

• They have beautiful colors.

• They are easy to find.

What are context clues?

• Hints found in a sentence to understand unknown words.

• A type of dictionary.

• A list of difficult words.

• A method to memorize words.

What is the first step in using context clues?

• Guess the meaning of the word.

• Look up the word in a dictionary.

• Ask someone for help.

• Reread the sentence for hints.

Why do albino alligators often not reach adulthood?

• They are too small.

• They don't eat enough.

• They are too aggressive.

• They are unusually pale and can't camouflage.

What does the word 'albino' refer to in the context of alligators?

• Their size.

• Their skin color.

• Their diet.

• Their habitat.

What does the word 'restless' mean in the context of tigers?

• Happy and playful.

• Hungry and sleepy.

• Impatient and unable to stay still.

• Calm and relaxed.

What is the purpose of using context clues?

• To improve spelling.

• To write essays.

• To understand unfamiliar words.

• To find synonyms.