Understanding Context Clues with Simone Biles

The video tutorial guides students on how to use context clues to understand unknown words in a text. It emphasizes the importance of being a 'word detective' and provides an example using a passage about Simone Biles. The tutorial demonstrates how to deduce the meaning of the word 'flawless' by examining surrounding sentences and context. Students are encouraged to apply these strategies to improve their reading comprehension.

What is the main purpose of using context clues when reading?

• To skip difficult words

• To understand the meaning of unknown words

• To memorize the text

• To rewrite the text in your own words

What should you do if you encounter an unknown word in a text?

• Guess the meaning based on the first letter

• Look for context clues in the surrounding sentences

• Ignore it and move on

• Ask someone else for the meaning

What is the first step in using context clues as demonstrated in the video?

• Reread the sentence with the unknown word

• Ask a friend for help

• Guess the meaning

• Look up the word in a dictionary

In the example with Simone Biles, what action does she perform that is described as 'flawless'?

• A cartwheel

• A somersault

• A split leap

• A handstand

What reaction from the audience helps to determine the meaning of 'flawless'?

• They laugh

• They leave the room

• They start talking

• They gasp

What does the word 'flawless' mean in the context of Simone Biles' performance?

• Perfect

• Incomplete

• Average

• Difficult

What is the significance of the audience's reaction in understanding the word 'flawless'?

• It shows they are bored

• It indicates the performance was perfect

• It means they are distracted

• It suggests they are confused

How does the video suggest checking your understanding of a word's meaning?

• By replacing the word with your definition

• By ignoring it

• By asking a teacher

• By writing it down

Why is it important to use context clues according to the video?

• To understand the text better

• To read faster

• To improve vocabulary

• To avoid reading difficult texts

What is the final advice given in the video about reading the article?

• Read quickly

• Use context clues for challenging words

• Skip difficult sections

• Memorize the text