Context Clues

What does the narrator initially fail to understand from Marvin's message?

• The details of a movie release

• The identity of a person

• The meaning of 'sick'

• The location of an event

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does 'The Last Time Traveler' refer to in Marvin's message?

• A play

• A movie

• A book

• A new technology

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does Marvin mean by 'sick' in the context of his message?

• Feeling unwell

• Exciting or cool

• Confusing or unclear

• Dangerous or risky

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Why might a dictionary not always be helpful in understanding words in a message?

• Words in messages are too complex

• Dictionaries do not include all words

• Words can have different meanings based on context

• Dictionaries are outdated

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which type of context clue is NOT mentioned in the video?

• Historical background

• Synonyms

• Antonyms

• Definitions or examples

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D