Exam 5: While You Read, Define Words in Context

The author provides hints to the reader about the meaning of words.These hints are called ___.

A word that means the same as another word is called a(n) ____.

Use the context clues to determine the best definition for the bold word. -My grades seem to fluctuate in my math class.My test scores and homework grades are never consistent.

These hints can be found in ______.

When signal words such as for instance and to illustrate are used, a reader is looking for a(n) ___.

Read the sentences below and decide what type of context clue is given for the bold word. -As used in the sentence, the word contemplated most nearly means _____________________________.

A word that means the opposite of another word is called a(n) ____.

When signal words such like and in other words are used, a reader is looking for a(n) ____.

When a reader uses prior knowledge and inference to determine the meaning a word, it is a(n) ____ context clue.

Read the sentences below and decide what type of context clue is given for the bold word. -In class Felicia seemed to show disdain for the instructor and subject.However, in reality she felt a love for the subject.She only argued with the instructor because she was so passionate.

Choose from the words provided to fill in the blanks in the sentences. ________________________________________________________ Unaware ------ Curiosity ------ Rumors ------ Immediately ------ Sound ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -As we approached the house, an eerie 1________ could be heard.If we had known the history of the home, we would have asked the realtor to show us something different.We were 2_________ that is house had been the scene of a brutal murder.The neighbors were all convinced the house was haunted and these 3_________ had prevented the house from selling for more than 5 years. As we opened the front door, we were overtaken by a cool breeze.We 4_____________ realized someone or something was in the house.We walked room to room as the sound grew louder.Our 5_________ kept us moving.Our hands and knees began to shake as we approached the final bedroom door.

When signal words such in contrast and however are used, a reader is looking for a(n) ____.

Read the sentences below and decide what type of context clue is given for the bold word. -It was hard to believe that Jason was adopted.He had many of the same physical attributes as his parents.For example, both he and his parents had blue eyes and were all fair skinned.

Use the context clues to determine the best definition for the bold word. -Use the context clues to determine the best definition for the bold word. The unprecedented, never-before seen medical procedure drew doctors from around the world. The procedure incorporated new techniques and instruments that other surgical facilities had not Tried.

Use the context clues to determine the best definition for the bold word. -Laura's "conversations" are more like monologues.For example, the last time I talked with her, she spent half an hour describing her new apartment.I couldn't get in a single word.

Choose from the words provided to fill in the blanks in the sentences. Income Unstable Factors Sociologist Satisfaction -Other 6____________ study what makes a marriage stable, and they find that economic 7____________ influence whether a marriage will continue or end in divorce.For instance, the lower the 8__________ of a family, the more likely it is that the marriage will be 9___________. Also, 10____________ generally increases for both partners when both are working and making money.

Read the sentences below and decide what type of context clue is given for the bold word. -As used in the sentence, the word disdain most nearly means _____________________________.

Use the context clues to determine the best definition for the bold word. -Use the context clues to determine the best definition for the bold word. Because the basketball game ended with such controversy, the principal did not want students or Parents loitering in the parking lot.He feared the longer spectators remained, the more likely a Fight would ensue.

Read the sentences below and decide what type of context clue is given for the bold word. -Luis contemplated his future with soccer.He knew that a professional career would be short lived, but it did offer his an opportunity many people would never have.He knew he was facing A difficult decision.

Read the sentences below and decide what type of context clue is given for the bold word. -As used in the sentence, the word attributes most nearly means _____________________________.