Context Clues Review

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What does 'mellifluous' mean?

Back

Sweet or musical; pleasant to hear.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What does 'frabjous' mean?

Back

Wonderful; delightful.

Front

What does 'usurped' mean?

Back

Took over without a right.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What does 'veridical' mean?

Back

Truthful; honest.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What does 'sang-froid' mean?

Back

Calmness; composure.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What are context clues?

Back

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

Tags

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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How can you identify context clues?

Back

Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations in the surrounding text.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

Why are context clues important?

Back

They help readers infer the meaning of unknown words and enhance comprehension.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What is an example of a synonym context clue?

Back

Using the word 'happy' to explain 'joyful'.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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What is an example of an antonym context clue?

Back

Using the word 'cold' to explain 'hot'.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A