Context Clues
The puppy was famished after playing outside all afternoon. What does “famished” mean?
Very hungry.
Which is correct: “The dogs runs outside” or “The dogs run outside”?
The dogs run outside.
What is a character trait?
A quality or characteristic that describes a character, such as honest, brave, or selfish.
What is the conflict in a story?
The main problem or struggle.
What is an inference?
A conclusion based on text evidence and what you already know.
The old shed was dilapidated. Its roof leaked and its boards were falling apart. What does “dilapidated” mean?
Old and in poor condition.
What punctuation is needed after an introductory phrase such as “After school”?
A comma: “After school, we…”
What is one difference between a summary and an inference?
A summary states important information; an inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence.
What is the climax?
The turning point or most important moment of the conflict.
“Dark clouds covered the sky, and Mia grabbed an umbrella.” What can you infer?
It is probably going to rain.
Maya was reluctant to speak in front of the class. She looked nervous and kept saying she did not want to go first. What does “reluctant” mean?
Hesitant or unwilling.
What is the subject in: “The small brown dog chased the squirrel”?
The small brown dog.
What is a theme?
A message or lesson about life that a reader can take from a story.
What is the resolution?
The part where the conflict is solved or brought toward an ending.
Why should an inference have evidence?
Evidence makes the inference logical and supportable.
The lake was tranquil, or peaceful and calm. What type of context clue is used?
A definition clue.
What is a sentence fragment?
An incomplete group of words that does not express a complete thought.
What does it mean to cite text evidence?
To use specific information from the text to support an answer or idea.
A character keeps practicing after failing several times. What trait might this show?
Determination, persistence, or perseverance.
“Jordan stared at the unopened letter and put it back down.” What might you infer?
Jordan may be nervous, worried, or hesitant about what the letter says.
The explanation was coherent; each idea connected logically to the next. What does “coherent” mean?
Logical and clear.
Which is correct: “The team is practicing” or “The team are practicing”?
The team is practicing.
What is a synonym?
A word with a similar meaning.
A character is afraid but chooses to face the challenge anyway. What trait could this demonstrate?
Courage or bravery.
True or False - An inference is directly stated in the text by the author.
False. Inferences are never directly stated in the text by the author.