Context Clues

Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the underlined word?

Pedestrians should look both ways before crossing the street.

• singers

• walkers

• pedals

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the underlined word?

The class decided to exhibit the science projects during Parent Teacher Conferences.

• lose

• eat

• show

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the underlined word?

Typewriters became obsolete with the development of personal computers.

• popular

• out-dated

• round

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Based on context clues, what is the meaning of the underlined word?

After the rainstorm, the rainbow lit up the sky with vivid colors.

• dark

• normal

• bright

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Context clues can be a ___________.

• definition/explanation

• synonym/restatement

• antonym/contrast

• all of the above

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

In your own words, what are context clues, and why are they important?

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

Read the sentence and determine the meaning of the word "obsolete" using context clues: "With the advent of new technology, many old devices have become obsolete."

• Modern

• Useful

• Outdated

• Popular

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Using context clues, infer the meaning of the word "gregarious" in the following sentence: "He was a gregarious person, always enjoying the company of others and thriving in social settings."

• Shy

• Sociable

• Quiet

• Reserved

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Using context clues, infer the meaning of the word "inquisitive" in the following sentence: "The inquisitive student asked many questions during the lecture, eager to learn more about the topic."

• Disinterested

• Curious

• Silent

• Bored

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Determine the meaning of the word "serene" using context clues: "The lake was serene, with calm waters and a peaceful atmosphere."

• Chaotic

• Noisy

• Peaceful

• Busy

Tags

DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking