Vocabulary- Context Clues

Front

What does the word 'terminate' mean in the context of membership?

Back

To stop or end something.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What is a synonym for 'parched'?

Back

Thirsty.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does 'aversion' mean in the context of feelings towards snakes?

Back

A strong dislike for something.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does 'novice' mean in the context of a soccer player?

Back

A beginner.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What is the definition of 'arena' in the context of sports?

Back

An area for sports or entertainment.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What are context clues?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

Back

Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations surrounding the unfamiliar word.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What is the importance of understanding vocabulary in context?

Back

It helps improve comprehension and allows for better interpretation of texts.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

Front

What is a common strategy for determining the meaning of an unknown word?

Back

Use context clues from the surrounding sentences.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

Front

What does it mean to infer meaning from context?

Back

To deduce or conclude information based on the surrounding text.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4