1. “The pros & cons of gaming”
Vocabulary in Context

2. Context Clue Strategies
Let’s review. These should be in your “Tools” section.
Defined in the Sentence
All life on earth can be credited to photosynthesis, where plants convert sunlight into food.
Example Given in the Sentence
He is so opinionated that he won’t even consider the ideas or suggestions of others.
Substitute the Word for a Good Fit
Why’d you do it? I didn’t aim to.

3. Context Clue Strategies
Renamed in the Sentence
She bent down enough to permit him to stoop and pick up her purse.
Opposite Named in Sentence
Instead of driving steadily in her lane, she careened over the curb.
Prefix-root-suffix Clues
My anger subsided in a few minutes.

4. “The Pros and Cons of Gaming”
Word in Context
Context Clue Strategy
Definition
Recently, a teen approached the creators of World of Warcraft to point out a discrepancy in their plot for the new game.
The lesson might be that, as in many things, overindulgence can cause problems, but enjoying games in moderation can have some rewards.

5. “The Pros and Cons of Gaming”
Word in Context
Context Clue Strategy
Definition
Most of the media hype focuses on the horrifying incidents that show gaming as an addiction, and mounting cases of violent crime do nothing to disprove this notion.

6. “The Pros and Cons of Gaming”
Word in Context
Context Clue Strategy
Definition
The ultra-expensive item, while worth a lot to Zhu, was worth even more on the virtual market. So in true profiteer form, Zhu sold it for 7200 yuan (about $1200).

7. Reflecting on Vocabulary Discussion
How do some of these words relate to our essay writing?
Which context clue strategy do you rely on the most?
Which context clue strategy do you still struggle with?
Why is it important to keep developing our vocabulary?