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Context Clues Comparison
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What is a prefix?
an unknown word
something added to the beginning of a root word
something stuck in the middle of a root word
something added to the end of root word
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Harry is a close
observer
, unlike Jim, who never pays attention.
does not listen
ignores
to watch closely
tells stories
3
Context clues are used for determining...
the inference based on text evidence
the meaning of a word based on the words around it
the central idea of the passage
the theme of the story
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If a word has multiple meanings, what do you need to look at?
the title
the context
the question
the subheading
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What is a suffix?
something added to the beginning of a root word
an unknown word
something stuck in the middle of a root word
something added to the end of a root word
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Some people feel
perplexed
by brain teasers, while others figure them out quickly.
troubled or confused
at ease
relaxed
calm
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Just like a dog will follow its owner, my cat
accompanies
me everywhere.
leaves me alone
stays behind
ignores
to go with
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A root word is...
added to the end of a word
something that can help you figure out an unknown word
added to the beginning of a word
a word that has nothing added to it, but can be added to
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Which words signal that a comparison context clue is being given?
like, unlike, but, not, in contrast to, similar to, and in the same way
Although, but, despite, however, on the other hand, unlike
None; you’re just using your general knowledge
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George has
assimilated
himself to his new school in the same way that a chameleon changes colors to match its background
fit in
outcast
not friendly
change colors
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An antonym is...
A word with an opposite meaning
A word with a prefix
A word with a suffix
A word with a similar meaning
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After being unable to go to sleep for many days, Deb became
lethargic.
She didn't have the energy to get out of bed.
lively
active
bubbly
exhausted
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A synonym is...
a word with a prefix
a word with similar meaning
a word with a suffix
a word with opposite meaning
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The girls
languidly
put on their jackets as if they had no energy at all.
quickly
actively
energy-less
energentically
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Instead of climbing into bed, she decided to take a nap on the
chaise.
sleeping bag
floor
bed-like furniture
chair
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What is a context clue?
the main idea of a text
a signal or clue in a text to help you figure out words
how the story progresses
the title
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We have to
adhere
to the rules of the doggie park just as we have to follow the rules at school.
make fun of
disobey
disregard
follow
