Iready Context Clue

What should a Word Detective do?

• Wear a long coat and a hat

• Look around an unknown word for clues the author may have included to help figure the word out with.

• Make the text really big so it is easier to read.

• Read about new topics

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

What context clue helps you figure out what essential means?

• They were prized pets

• Cats were useful.

• Cats were white and wore jewelry.

• Cats are essen and added tial

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.1.4A

In the sentence "The diligent student completed all her homework before dinner," what does the word "diligent" most likely mean?

• Lazy

• Hardworking

• Careless

• Slow

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RL.6.4

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

What does the word "swift" most likely mean in the sentence: "The rabbit moved with swift movements to avoid the predator"?

• Slowly

• Clumsily

• Quickly

• Loudly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Using context clues, infer the meaning of the word "vigilant" in the following sentence: "The security guard remained vigilant throughout the night, watching for any signs of trouble."

• Careless

• Alert

• Sleepy

• Distracted

Tags

DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In the sentence "The vibrant colors of the painting caught everyone's attention," what does the word "vibrant" most likely mean?

• Dull

• Bright

• Faded

• Pale

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

The puppy was so __timid__ that it hid behind the couch when the doorbell rang. What does the word "timid" mean in this sentence?

• Brave

• Shy

• Energetic

• Loud

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the sentence "The colossal elephant towered over the other animals in the zoo," what does the word "colossal" most likely mean?

• Tiny

• Huge

• Average

• Small

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

In the sentence "The sunflowers were vibrant and full of life, unlike the wilted roses," what does the word "wilted" most likely mean?

• Fresh

• Dying

• Blooming

• Growing

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RL.6.4