contextual clues
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are contextual clues?
Back
Contextual clues are hints or information provided in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why are contextual clues important?
Back
Contextual clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of a contextual clue?
Back
An example of a contextual clue is using a sentence that describes a word, like 'The dog was very parched, so it drank a lot of water.' Here, 'parched' means thirsty.
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CCSS.L.4.4A
CCSS.L.4.5C
CCSS.L.5.4A
CCSS.L.5.5C
CCSS.L.6.4A
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'whined' mean in the context of a child having nightmares?
Back
In this context, 'whined' means to complain or cry softly, which is similar to 'whimpering'.
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CCSS.L.5.5C
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'gorgeous' mean when describing a smile?
Back
'Gorgeous' means very beautiful or attractive.
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CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.4.6
CCSS.RL.1.4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'introvert' mean in the context of personality?
Back
An 'introvert' is a person who is shy and prefers to spend time alone rather than in social situations.
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CCSS.RI.3.10
CCSS.RI.4.10
CCSS.RI.5.10
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.7.4
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'tragic' mean in the context of a story?
Back
'Tragic' refers to something that is very sad or disastrous, often involving loss or suffering.
Tags
CCSS.L.2.4E
CCSS.L.3.4D
CCSS.L.6.4C
CCSS.L.7.4C
CCSS.L.8.4C
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