Understanding Words Using Context Clues

The video tutorial explains how to use context clues to understand the meaning of unfamiliar words. It introduces context clues as hints provided by authors to help readers deduce word meanings. The tutorial covers different types of context clues, such as synonym or restatement clues, and provides examples to illustrate their use. It also includes practice questions to reinforce learning.

What is the primary purpose of using context clues while reading?

• To skip difficult words

• To memorize the dictionary

• To read faster

• To understand the basic meaning of a word

How do context clues assist with homographs?

• They translate the word into another language

• They help identify the specific meaning intended by the author

• They provide the pronunciation of the word

• They make the word easier to spell

What type of context clue is used when an author repeats an idea using simpler words?

• Synonym or restatement clue

• Definition clue

• Antonym clue

• Example clue

In the sentence 'The indigo jewels on her necklace shone deep blue in the sunlight,' what does 'indigo' mean?

• Bright

• Deep blue

• Shiny

• Expensive

What words in the sentence 'My little brother is gaunt. He's just so thin and bony.' help define 'gaunt'?

• Thin and bony

• Is gaunt

• Just so

• Little brother

In the sentence 'The mountain pass was a torturous road, winding and twisting like a snake,' what does 'torturous' mean?

• Smooth

• Winding and twisting

• Dangerous

• Straight

Based on the sentence 'Miguel was very loquacious. He really loved to talk,' what does 'loquacious' mean?

• Hopeless

• Secretive

• Talkative

• Angry