Context Clues
Main Idea
Vocabulary in Context
Main Idea in Context
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example
What is a context clue that gives examples for the meaning of an unknown word?
100
stated main idea
What is the main idea that appears on the page of the text?
100
The word loathsome means a. appealing b. hidden c. disgusting d. healthy
Smoking and chewing tobacco is a loathsome habit.
100
umbrella statement
What is the main idea or the material covered in the passage?
200
antonym
What is a context clue that shows differences?
200
The point the author makes within the passage.
What is the main idea?
200
The word alluring means a. dangerous b. final c. attractive d. unreasonable
The possibility of developing a top selling product is very alluring to companies trying to make a billion dollars a year.
200
middle of the passage/paragraph
What is the main idea located?
300
synonym
What is a context clue that shows similaries for a word and an unknown word?
300
"What point is the author making?"
What is a question to ask myself to find the main idea of a passage?
300
The word convey means a. reject b. accept c. think of d. communicate
Using sign language, chimpanzees can convey ideas, such as "candy sweet" or "Give me hug."
300
in the beginning of the passage or paragraph
Where most textbook paragraph/passage main ideas are located.
400
sense of the passage
What is using the context clues to understand the unknown word?
400
topic
What is the passage is about?
400
The word mobility means a. pay b. skills c. ability to move d. interests
After the invention of the car, workers were able to move beyond walking distance from factories.
400
supporting details
What is specific information to help explain the main idea?
500
definition
What is a context clue that gives the definition of an unknown word in a sentence.
500
supporting details
What is information to help explain the main idea of a passage?
500
Assimilate means a. learn b. leave c. avoid each other d. blend
America has often been called a "melting pot" into which people of many cultures assimilate.
500
the end of a paragraph/passage
Where the main idea can be located in a passage or paragraph.
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