Identifying Types of Context Clues

Identifying Types of Context Clues

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20 Qs

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Identifying Types of Context Clues

Identifying Types of Context Clues

Assessment

Quiz

English

9th Grade

Medium

CCSS
L.7.4A, L.8.6, W.11-12.2D

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Mallory Hargett

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20 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of context clue is used in the following sentence? "The arboretum, a place where trees and plants are grown for study and display, is a beautiful spot for a walk."

Example

Definition

Comparison

Contrast

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Identify the meaning of the word "gregarious" using context clues: "Unlike his gregarious sister, who loved parties and social gatherings, Mark preferred solitude."

Shy

Sociable

Intelligent

Quiet

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of context clue is used in the sentence? "The dessert was delectable; for example, the chocolate cake melted in your mouth."

Definition

Example

Comparison

Cause and Effect

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Determine the meaning of "frugal" from the context: "She was frugal, unlike her brother who spent money carelessly."

Wasteful

Generous

Thrifty

Wealthy

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of context clue is used in the following sentence? "The weather was inclement, meaning it was stormy and unpleasant."

Definition

Example

Comparison

Contrast

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does "melancholy" mean in this sentence? "The melancholy music made everyone feel sad and reflective."

Joyful

Sad

Loud

Exciting

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Identify the type of context clue: "The two friends were as different as night and day; one was outgoing, while the other was reserved."

Definition

Example

Comparison

Contrast

Tags

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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