Context Clues Review

Front

What is a context clue?

Back

Clues that readers use to find the meaning of unknown words.

Front

What is prior knowledge?

Back

What you already know about something, which you can apply to what you read.

Front

What type of clues are used when comparing something opposite?

Back

Antonyms.

Front

What does the word 'sweltered' mean in the context of the sentence?

Back

Burned.

Front

What does 'migrate' mean based on context clues?

Back

Move away.

Front

What are synonyms?

Back

Words that have similar meanings.

Front

What are antonyms?

Back

Words that have opposite meanings.

Front

How can context clues help in reading?

Back

They help readers infer the meanings of unknown words.

Front

What is an example of a context clue?

Back

A sentence that provides hints about the meaning of a word.

Front

What is the purpose of using context clues?

Back

To enhance comprehension and vocabulary.