Context Clues

Context Clues

Grade 3 · ELA · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

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

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 7:18

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

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Read 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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