Context Clues

1. After the word OR that directly follows the unfamiliar word. a. Example: Trek or Journey 2. After a comma that directly follows the unfamiliar word. a. We built a parapet, a low wall or railing. 3. Before the word CALLED a. The worm ate the middle layer of a peach called, mediocre. 4. In the previous sentence (The Sentence Before) 5. In the sentence after (The Sentence After)

6. By replacing the unfamiliar word with a “Prediction” word to see if it fits or makes sense. 7. Looking at the unfamiliar word’s prefix, suffix, or root word. 8. Ask if the word sounds positive or negative. a.The queen, the evil queen cast a sinister glare. 9. Figuring out the words part of speech.

TEST- Root Word Re Prefix retest ING Suffix Testing