Context Clues for Vocabulary Mastery

The video introduces the Sage Team, each with unique methods to understand vocabulary. M Synonym finds synonyms, Mr Antonym identifies antonyms, General Knowledge uses context clues, and Miz Example relies on examples. Each character demonstrates their technique with examples, helping viewers learn how to decipher unfamiliar words effectively.

What does Ms. Synonym do when she encounters a new word?

• Asks someone

• Looks for an opposite word

• Searches for a similar word

• Uses a dictionary

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CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What technique does Ms. Synonym use to understand 'dromedary'?

• Finding a synonym

• Asking a friend

• Looking it up in a dictionary

• Ignoring it

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does 'deteriorate' mean based on the context provided?

• To heal

• To worsen

• To improve

• To remain the same

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

How does Mr. Antonin find the meaning of unfamiliar words?

• By finding synonyms

• Through examples

• Using antonyms

• By guessing

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

Which word is the opposite of 'garrulous' as used in the video?

• Talkative

• Loud

• Quiet

• Excited

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CCSS.L.3.2F

What is General Knowledge's method for understanding new vocabulary?

• Asking for help

• Observation and experience

• Using a thesaurus

• Memorization

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

What does 'prudent' mean according to General Knowledge?

• Hasty

• Rash

• Wise

• Careless

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CCSS.L.6.1E

CCSS.L.5.4B

How does Ms. Example learn new words?

• Through definitions

• Listening to them in conversations

• By writing them down

• Finding examples

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What common feature do the foods mentioned by Ms. Example share?

• They are all spicy

• They are inexpensive

• They are exotic

• They are all fruits

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does 'decorum' imply based on the examples given?

• Cooking ability

• Decorating skills

• Proper behavior

• Fashion sense

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.W.6.2D