Context clues help us attack unfamiliar words, and sharks attack fish. Like sharks, we have to attack! Let’s get inspired: Fish are friends!Fish are friends!

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Context clues help us attack unfamiliar words, and sharks attack fish. Like sharks, we have to attack! Let’s get inspired: Fish are friends!Fish are friends!

What are context clues? – Context clues, or information surrounding unfamiliar words, can help you figure out the meaning of words that you don’t know. Why are context clues important? – Context clues can help you understand what you are reading.

1.Look at the word to see if there are any prefixes or suffixes. Does the word look like any other words you already know?

2.Reread the paragraph of the unknown word. Can you figure out the meaning based on the “context” or surrounding words?

3.Cover the word with your finger. What word would you put in its place?

Context Clues Video What do these pictures symbolize?

What do the underlined words mean? While many perceive a shark to be a ruthless killing machine, only about 25 species are reported to have attacked people.

What do the underlined words mean? The idea is that shark attacks and fatalities are so minuscule that you are more likely to be kicked to death by a mule.

What does the word “context” mean? – The word context means…

Pedagogical institutions, including high schools, kindergartens, and colleges, require community support to function efficiently. Pedagogical means _____________.

She was reluctant to be team captain, but she was eager to continue being the goalie. Reluctant means ___________.

Flip to the back of your notes. There are 4 common types of context clues. It’s helpful to be familiar with them. Highlight the bold words and the underlined words. Let’s read them together and try to figure out the meaning of each underlined word.

Complete Practice 1 with your neighbor. Attack the underlined words! Remember to use the context clue strategy: 1.Look! 2.Reread! 3.Cover!

Complete Context Clue Practice 2. Use your notes! Remember to fill in each blank with the type of context clue and then circle the best answer.

What are context clues? Why might they be important? What’s the context clues strategy? What are the four types of context clues? When it comes to context clues, how are we like sharks?