Context Clues 10th Grade

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What does the word 'impudent' mean in the context of disrespectful behavior?

Back

Impudent means showing a lack of respect for others; disrespectful.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is a synonym for 'surfeit' as used in the context of having too much talent?

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A synonym for 'surfeit' is 'excess'.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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What does 'mitigate' mean in the context of reducing suffering?

Back

Mitigate means to make something less severe, serious, or painful.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What is a synonym for 'prudent' in the context of being wise in decision-making?

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A synonym for 'prudent' is 'wise'.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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What does 'emaciated' mean when describing someone who looks like a skeleton?

Back

Emaciated means extremely thin and weak, often due to lack of food.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

How can context clues help in understanding the meaning of unfamiliar words?

Back

Context clues are hints found within a sentence or paragraph that help deduce the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What is the importance of synonyms in understanding vocabulary?

Back

Synonyms provide alternative words with similar meanings, helping to clarify and expand vocabulary understanding.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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How can one identify the tone of a passage using context clues?

Back

The tone can be identified by analyzing word choice, sentence structure, and the overall mood conveyed in the text.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Front

What role does word connotation play in understanding context?

Back

Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations of a word, which can influence its meaning in context.

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CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What is the difference between a literal and figurative meaning of a word?

Back

Literal meaning refers to the exact definition, while figurative meaning involves metaphorical or symbolic interpretations.

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CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4