Context Clues

Grade 345 min

Learning Objective

I can use context clues to understand what words mean in a sentence.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

8 min

Reading Comprehension | 8 Types of Context Clues to Be a Better Reader

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œRead the sentence: "The dilapidated old house, crumbling and overgrown with weeds, was clearly abandoned." What does "dilapidated" mean in this sentence? Explain which context clues helped you determine the meaning. Read the sentence: "Although Sarah is usually very quiet, today she was quite garrulous." What does "garrulous" mean in this sentence? Explain which context clues helped you determine the meaning. Read the sentence: "The chef used various spices, such as cumin, paprika, and turmeric, to flavor the dish." What does "various" mean in this sentence? Explain which context clues helped you determine the meaning.”

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