Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context 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.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues are important because they allow readers to infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

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What does the word 'jovial' mean based on context clues?

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'Jovial' means cheerful and friendly.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

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What does the word 'trifle' mean based on context clues?

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'Trifle' means a little thing or something of little value.

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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 does the word 'dismal' mean based on context clues?

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'Dismal' means gloomy or depressing.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

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What does the word 'truncated' mean based on context clues?

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'Truncated' means cut short.

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What does the word 'foliage' refer to?

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'Foliage' refers to the leaves of plants, especially trees.

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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You can identify context clues by looking for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations that surround the unfamiliar word.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

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What is an example of a synonym context clue?

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An example of a synonym context clue is when a word is followed by another word that has a similar meaning.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

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What is an example of an antonym context clue?

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An example of an antonym context clue is when a word is followed by a word that has the opposite meaning.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A