4th Grade - Using Context Clues

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What does the term 'disposition' mean based on context clues?

Back

The way someone tends to act or feel.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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How can you define 'splendor' using context clues?

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Something of great beauty or impressive appearance.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What is a 'trickster' as inferred from context clues?

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Someone who enjoys tricking or deceiving others.

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

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What does 'character' refer to in the context of a person?

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The kind of person someone is; the synthesis of all their traits.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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

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Clever.

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

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What are context clues?

Back

Hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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Why is understanding context clues important in reading comprehension?

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It helps readers infer meanings and enhances overall understanding of the text.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is an example of a context clue that indicates a positive meaning?

Back

Words like 'beautiful' or 'majestic' can suggest a positive meaning.

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What is an example of a context clue that indicates a negative meaning?

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Words like 'irritable' or 'deceiving' can suggest a negative meaning.

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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How can synonyms serve as context clues?

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Synonyms can provide a similar meaning that helps clarify the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C