Vocabulary: Context Clues
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9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'refrain' mean in the context of holding back emotions?
Back
To hold back or restrain oneself from acting or expressing something.
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CCSS.L.5.5C
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the meaning of 'variety' as used in the context of different food options?
Back
A mixture or assortment of different types.
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CCSS.L.5.5C
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define 'obstacle' in the context of challenges faced during tasks.
Back
Something that gets in the way or hinders progress.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.4C
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
CCSS.L.9-10.4C
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'encounter' mean when referring to meeting someone or something unexpectedly?
Back
To meet or come across someone or something.
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CCSS.L.5.5C
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the meaning of 'feeble' when describing an excuse?
Back
Weak or lacking strength; not convincing.
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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
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?
Back
Context clues are hints or information surrounding a word that help deduce its meaning.
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CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a context clue for the word 'refrain'?
Back
The phrase 'hard to refrain from yelling' suggests that 'refrain' means to hold back.
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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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