Solving Unfamiliar Words

Mr. Griot introduces a poem titled 'What a Surprise' and guides students through understanding challenging words using context clues and the dictionary. The poem humorously describes a dog named Rex who writes a blog. Key vocabulary words such as 'suspect', 'blog', 'revered', 'breed', 'dine', 'ability', and 'gripe' are explored. The lesson emphasizes using context to infer meanings and consulting a dictionary when necessary. The session concludes with a reminder that learning is an ongoing journey.

How does the speaker describe Rex's fans?

What does the speaker think about the word 'dine'?

What does the speaker mean by 'gripe' in the context of the poem?