Context Clues Review 2 (Study Guide)

What is the definition of context clues?

• Hints or information found in a text to help understand the meaning of unknown words or phrases.

• The process of summarizing a text.

• The main idea or theme of a text.

• The process of researching a topic

What are the different types of context clues?

• definition, synonym, antonym, example, inference

• explanation, analogy, similarity, illustration, deduction, and comparison

Which type of context clue provides a direct explanation or definition of an unknown word?

• synonym clue

• example clue

• contrast clue

• definition clue

Which type of context clue uses examples or comparisons to help understand the meaning of an unknown word?

• definition clue

• synonym clue

• antonym clue

• example clue

Which type of context clue uses words or phrases that are opposite in meaning to the unknown word?

• definition clue

• synonym clue

• antonym clue

• example clue

Which type of context clue uses words or phrases that give a hint or suggestion about the meaning of the unknown word?

• Inference clue

• Example clue

• Definition clue

• Antonym clue

In the sentence 'The doctor prescribed medication to alleviate the pain', what does the word 'alleviate' mean?

• reduce or relieve the pain

• ignore the pain

• prolong the pain

• intensify the pain

In the sentence 'The detective used his intuition to solve the mystery. He simply had a gut feeling as to what the solution was.', what does the word 'intuition' mean?

• Ability to solve problems using logic and evidence.

• A feeling of uncertainty or doubt.

• The act of guessing or estimating without evidence.

• Ability to understand or know something without conscious reasoning or evidence.

In the sentence 'The author's eloquent writing captivated the readers. She used unique and vivid imagery, and included words that really captured the feelings of the characters.' : what does the word 'eloquent' mean?

• being physically attractive

• having or showing the ability to use language clearly and effectively

• having a strong odor

• being emotionally distant

In the sentence 'The hiker was exhausted and desperately needed some water. Hydration is incredibly important when on intense hikes!', what does the word 'hydration' mean?

• providing water or other fluids to the body to prevent dehydration

• providing exercise to the body to prevent fatigue

• providing shelter to the body to prevent exposure

• providing food to the body to prevent hunger