Using Context Clues for Meaning

During the storm, supplies were quickly depleted, or used up, and could not be replaced. Define the underlined word.

• float

• waterless

• used up

• calm

Unlike the plain and simple clothing worn by the townsfolk, the queen wore a crown and ornate robes. Define the underlined word.

• flower

• decorative

• used up

• simple

The quiet mountains were serene, unlike the loud, noisy, and stressful city. Define the underlined word.

• peak

• stressful

• boisterous

• calm

The boat was buoyant, so it did not sink when it was placed in water. Define the underlined word.

• decorative

• able to float

• calm

• peak

The desert is an arid and dry landscape. Define the underlined word.

• decorative

• able to float

• money

• waterless

The teacher told the class to solve the algorithm, the formula used to calculate the answer. The strategy used to determine the meaning of the underlined word was:

• Antonym Clue

• Synonym Clue

• Inference Clue

• Definition Clue

• Example Clue

You should use Context clues when you need to find the______________.

• spelling of an unknown word

• meaning of an unknown word

• pronunciation of an unknown word

• origin of an unknown word

When looking for Context Clues you should act like a _______________.

• scientist

• police officer

• detective

• doctor

Context clues can be a ___________.

• definition/explanation

• synonym/restatement

• antonym/contrast

• all of the above

You can only find context clues in the sentence the unknown word is in.

• True

• False