What is a definition context clue?

A hint that provides the actual definition of the word

A hint that provides a synonym for the word

A hint that provides an antonym for the word

A hint that provides an example of the word

Which sentence uses a definition context clue?

The arboreal creature, or tree-dwelling animal, was hard to spot.

The arboreal creature was hard to spot, unlike the ground-dwelling ones.

The arboreal creature was hard to spot because it was camouflaged.

The arboreal creature was hard to spot, and it was very quiet.

How can you identify a definition context clue in a sentence?

Look for commas or dashes that set off the definition

Look for words like 'but' or 'however'

Look for examples that illustrate the word

Why are definition context clues useful in reading comprehension?

They help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words

They make sentences longer and more complex

They provide a summary of the text

They confuse the reader with too much information

Which of the following is an example of a definition context clue?

The cat was aloof, or not friendly, towards strangers.

The cat was aloof, unlike the dog.

The cat was aloof, as it always stayed in the corner.

The cat was aloof, and it never played with the children.

Definition Context Clues

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What does IRATE mean?

happy

sleepy

angry

devestated

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Name the context clue: the unknown word is explained by providing the actual definition.

synonym (restatement)

antonym (contrast)

definition

example (general)

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How do you spot a definition context clue?

a comma

a dash

parenthesis

any of the above!

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the point of context clues?

to make words more difficult or confusing

to help find the meaning of words

to write a sentence

to make reading harder

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Telling what a word means within the sentence is an example of what type of context clue?

Antonym

Synonym

Example

Definition

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.5.4A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food.
Which type of context clue is being used?

Antonym

Synonym

Example

Definition

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.5.4A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The snake slithered across the back porch when my mother chased it with a broom.
Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.

stopped

moved

slept

ate

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

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Definition Context Clues

What does IRATE mean?

Name the context clue: the unknown word is explained by providing the actual definition.

How do you spot a definition context clue?

What is the point of context clues?

Telling what a word means within the sentence is an example of what type of context clue?

Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food.
Which type of context clue is being used?

The snake slithered across the back porch when my mother chased it with a broom.
Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.

Our dog gnawed through the rope, allowing him to get loose and leave the backyard.
Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.

Jan took one look at the hideous creature and ran away in disgust.
Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.

What is a definition context clue?

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Definition Context Clues

What does IRATE mean?

Name the context clue: the unknown word is explained by providing the actual definition.

How do you spot a definition context clue?

What is the point of context clues?

Telling what a word means within the sentence is an example of what type of context clue?

Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food.Which type of context clue is being used?

The snake slithered across the back porch when my mother chased it with a broom. Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.

Our dog gnawed through the rope, allowing him to get loose and leave the backyard.Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.

Jan took one look at the hideous creature and ran away in disgust.Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.

What is a definition context clue?

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Night is the time when many animals forage, or search, for food.
Which type of context clue is being used?

The snake slithered across the back porch when my mother chased it with a broom.
Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.

Our dog gnawed through the rope, allowing him to get loose and leave the backyard.
Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.

Jan took one look at the hideous creature and ran away in disgust.
Select the best definition for the underlined word based on the context clues.