Exploring Context Clues in Vocabulary

What is the primary focus of this lesson?

• Learning new words by memorizing definitions

• Writing essays with complex vocabulary

• Identifying the meaning of words using context clues

• Using dictionaries to find word meanings

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does the word 'abrogate' mean based on the context provided?

• To enhance

• To revoke

• To support

• To create

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Why is it beneficial to use context clues instead of a dictionary?

• It reduces vocabulary size

• It makes reading slower

• It helps maintain concentration and comprehension

• It interrupts the flow of reading

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Which type of context clue provides the definition right after the word?

• Synonyms

• Antonyms

• Definitions

• Examples

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What signal phrase is often used to indicate examples?

• However

• On the other hand

• Instead of

• Such as

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Which type of context clue involves using a word with a similar meaning?

• Synonyms

• Examples

• Definitions

• Antonyms

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What signal word is commonly used to indicate an antonym?

• Such as

• For instance

• However

• Including

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

What type of context clue requires the reader to infer the meaning from the general sense of the passage?

• Inferences

• Synonyms

• Examples

• Definitions

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

In the sentence 'Lou was sent to the haberdashery to find a new suit, dress shirt, and shoes,' what type of context clue is used?

• Definitions

• Synonyms

• Examples

• Antonyms

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is the best way to become proficient at defining words based on context?

• Memorizing dictionary definitions

• Writing essays

• Reading many books and practicing context clues

• Using flashcards

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D