3. Drill: Write a
synonym and an
antonym for
each word. Use
the words from
the box.
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Unlocking of Difficulties: Read and use the
highlighted word in your own sentence.
Context-the parts of a discourse that surround a word or
passage and can throw light on its meaning.
Clue-something that guides through an intricate procedure
or maze of difficulties specifically : a piece of evidence that
leads one toward the solution of a problem, idea, notion
no clue what he meant
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Review: What do you do to get the meaning of the unknown
words?
Here is a process in finding and interpreting context clues:
Stop and reread the sentence. Pay attention to the words that
come before and after the unfamiliar word.
Identify context clues. What clues can you gather to help you
determine the word’s meaning?
Make an educated guess about the word’s meaning.
Check your guess in context. Read the sentence again,
substituting your definition for the unknown word. Does it
make sense?
7. Introduction
Vocabulary has the power to make or break someone’s reading
comprehension skills. Of course, we don’t have the resources or the time to
teach every vocabulary word you will ever encounter in your reading.
Plus, drilling vocabulary words and asking you to memorize long lists
is an ineffective approach. So, what can we do to boost vocabulary and
reading comprehension?
This is where context clues come in. Understanding context clues
allow you to use words or groups of words to determine the meaning of an
unknown word in any passage.
In today’s lesson you are expected to infer meaning of unfamiliar words
based on context clues; locate the meaning of unfamiliar words; and analyze
unfamiliar words based on context clues.
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Types of context clues include the following:
Example Clues: Specific examples sometimes provide readers with clues about the
unknown word. Cued by the phrases “such as,” “including,” “consists of,” “like,” and “for
example.” Ex: During a tornado, be aware of potential hazards, such as broken glass and
sharp objects.
Synonym or Definition Clues: A synonym or definition of the word may be used in the
sentence to help readers understand unfamiliar words. Ex: If you are in a tall building
during a tornado, locate the nearest enclosure, or room, to seek shelter.
Antonym or Contrast Clues: On the other hand, antonyms or contrasts are sometimes
provided to give readers helpful clues. Ex: Sometimes tornadoes develop so rapidly that
there is no time to send a warning. Other times, tornadoes develop gradually and there is
more time to provide advance warning.
10. What are the
context clues
that you have
learned today?
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Finish the statements below by writing about
what you have learned today.
●I understand that______________________
●I realize that ______________________________
