Exploring Context Clues in Vocabulary

What is the primary focus of this lesson?

• Learning new words by memorizing definitions

• Writing essays with complex vocabulary

• Identifying the meaning of words using context clues

• Using dictionaries to find word meanings

What does the word 'abrogate' mean based on the context provided?

• To enhance

• To revoke

• To support

• To create

Tags

TEKS.ELA.E1.1C

TEKS.ELA.E1.5F

TEKS.ELA.E2.5F

TEKS.ELA.E3.5F

TEKS.ELA.E4.5F

Why is it beneficial to use context clues instead of a dictionary?

• It reduces vocabulary size

• It makes reading slower

• It helps maintain concentration and comprehension

• It interrupts the flow of reading

Which type of context clue provides the definition right after the word?

• Synonyms

• Antonyms

• Definitions

• Examples

Tags

TEKS.ELA.7.2B

TEKS.ELA.R.2E

TEKS.ELA.RI.2B

TEKS.MATH.5.3B

TEKS.MATH.8.2B

What signal phrase is often used to indicate examples?

• However

• On the other hand

• Instead of

• Such as

Which type of context clue involves using a word with a similar meaning?

• Synonyms

• Examples

• Definitions

• Antonyms

Tags

TEKS.ELA.7.2B

TEKS.ELA.R.2B

TEKS.ELA.R.2E

TEKS.MATH.5.3B

TEKS.MATH.8.2B

What signal word is commonly used to indicate an antonym?

• Such as

• For instance

• However

• Including

What type of context clue requires the reader to infer the meaning from the general sense of the passage?

• Inferences

• Synonyms

• Examples

• Definitions

Tags

TEKS.ELA.7.2B

TEKS.ELA.R.2B

TEKS.ELA.R.2E

TEKS.MATH.5.3B

TEKS.MATH.8.2B

In the sentence 'Lou was sent to the haberdashery to find a new suit, dress shirt, and shoes,' what type of context clue is used?

• Definitions

• Synonyms

• Examples

• Antonyms

Tags

TEKS.ELA.7.2B

TEKS.ELA.R.2E

TEKS.ELA.RI.2B

TEKS.MATH.5.3B

TEKS.MATH.8.2B

What is the best way to become proficient at defining words based on context?

• Memorizing dictionary definitions

• Writing essays

• Reading many books and practicing context clues

• Using flashcards