Context Clues_Grade 8_Lesson 1 Quarter 1.pptx

Types of Context Clues

1. Language Practice distinct reserved hidden silent communicative refined restrained unruly

2. distinct – discrete or not the same hidden – being out of sight; concealed communicative – tending to communicate; talkative restrained – controlled; characterized by moderation reserved – restrained in words and ations refined – accurate; precise; free form impurities unruly – uncontrollable, disobedient silent – not speaking or making noise

3. All medical practitioners, including the army and police forces, are our frontliners in this pandemic; thus, they lead in fighting against COVID-19. followers B. leaders C. observers D. participants 2.Online and modular classes are some of the modalities that the Department of Education offers for this school year to avoid hampering the education of learners. A. continuing B. delaying C. frustrating D. resuming

4. 3.We should keep ourselves healthy by always washing our hands, eating nutritious foods, taking vitamins, exercising regularly, and drinking plenty of water. A. clean B. fresh C. safe D. fit 4. Police officers are very conspicuous . We can see them in checkpoints. A. distinct B. evident C. hidden D. visible

5. 5. Teachers are known for being loquacious . They love to talk about ideas. A. communicative B. restrained C. reserved D. silent 6. Matthew is a rambunctious child who always injures himself and is warned for being naughty. A. humble B. refined C. shy D. unruly

6. All medical practitioners, including the army and police forces, are our frontliners in this pandemic; thus, they lead in fighting against COVID-19. followers B. leaders C. observers D. participants 2.Online and modular classes are some of the modalities that the Department of Education offers for this school year to avoid hampering the education of learners. A. continuing B. delaying C. frustrating D. resuming

7. 3.We should keep ourselves healthy by always washing our hands, eating nutritious foods, taking vitamins, exercising regularly, and drinking plenty of water. A. clean B. fresh C. safe D. fit 4. Police officers are very conspicuous . We can see them in checkpoints. A. distinct B. evident C. hidden D. visible

8. 5. Teachers are known for being loquacious . They love to talk about ideas. A. communicative B. restrained C. reserved D. silent 6. Matthew is a rambunctious child who always injures himself and is warned for being naughty. A. humble B. refined C. shy D. unruly

9. CONTEXT CLUES Context clues are words that appear in sentences to help understand the meanings of difficult words.

10. “garrulous” I don’t tell my secret to Maricel because she is garrulous . Surely, she will just tell it to anybody else. = talkative

11. “prudent” We should always be prudent in what we say so as not to hurt the feelings of others. = careful

12. “pseudonyms” As a writer, Dr. Jose Rizal used several pseudonyms so as not to reveal his real identity. = pen names

13. What are context clues?

14. CONTEXT CLUES By: Maribel Azote Cabalan - Buco Tick tock, tick tock, I am stuck! How can I unlock? How can I unlock? When unfamiliar words are the ones that block! Strategize, strategize, vocabulary wise! Familiarize, familiarize, the words that arise Hints here, signals there, clues are everywhere Categorize, conceptualize, and then contextualize Context clues are the ones that guide.

15. It was a frigid night despite being in the summer season. A. very cold B. very cozy C. very hot D. very warm 2. Snakes, sharks, and crocodiles are common predators of smaller animals. A. caretakers B. friends C. hunters D. victims 3. An oracle is said to have the ability to foresee the future. A. teacher B. fortune-teller C. priest D. scientist

16. 4. People who are despicable should not be avoided, instead they should be loved. A. good B. kind C. mean D. nice 5. I grew up learning to assert my rights and not to be cowed by other people’s intimidation. A. comforted B. helped C. pleased D. scared 6. Bashing is an obnoxious act that one should refrain from doing to avoid getting into trouble. A. delightful B. offensive C. pleasant D. wonderful

17. 7. Each of us is a creation of our experiences. Who we are today is the opus of our journey. composition B. music C. piece D. product 8. Most condiments such as pepper, mustard and catsup, are used to improve the flavor of foods. A. seasoning B. delicious C. recipe D. ingredient 9. Some city dwellers are affluent , while some live in poverty. A. fluent B. smooth C. happy D. rich

18. 10. The factory supervisor is going to be inspecting soon, this is a careful and critical checking of all of the meats processed each day. A. drilling B. drafting C. eliminating D. examining

19. It was a frigid night despite being in the summer season. A. very cold B. very cozy C. very hot D. very warm 2. Snakes, sharks, and crocodiles are common predators of smaller animals. A. caretakers B. friends C. hunters D. victims 3. An oracle is said to have the ability to foresee the future. A. teacher B. fortune-teller C. priest D. scientist

20. 4. People who are despicable should not be avoided, instead they should be loved. A. good B. kind C. mean D. nice 5. I grew up learning to assert my rights and not to be cowed by other people’s intimidation. A. comforted B. helped C. pleased D. scared 6. Bashing is an obnoxious act that one should refrain from doing to avoid getting into trouble. A. delightful B. offensive C. pleasant D. wonderful

21. 7. Each of us is a creation of our experiences. Who we are today is the opus of our journey. part B. music C. piece D. product 8. Most condiments such as pepper, mustard and catsup, are used to improve the flavor of foods. A. seasonings B. delicious C. recipes D. ingredients 9. Some city dwellers are affluent , while some live in poverty. A. fluent B. smooth C. happy D. rich

22. 10. The factory supervisor is going to be inspecting soon, this is a careful and critical checking of all of the meats processed each day. A. drilling B. drafting C. eliminating D. examining

23. Language Practice definition synonym antonym comparison sibling

24. definition – meaning of a word synonym – words having the same or nearly the same meaning antonym – a word of opposite meaning comparison – representing one thing or person as similar to or like another sibling – individuals having the same parent

25. TYPES OF CONTEXT CLUES Definition Synonym Antonym Comparison Example Explanation Cause and Effect List or series of clues Inference

26. Definition • the unfamiliar word is defined in a sentence Example: An Archeologist is a person who searches for treasures from sunken ships and ancient tombs to obtain valuable relics, artifacts, and relics such as the Balanghai boat. ( definition: a person who searches for treasures, artifacts, and relics)

27. 2. Synonym • a similar word is placed in the same sentence to know the meaning of the unfamiliar word Example: It is common for Filipinos to feel compassion or pity for the suffering of their fellowmen. ( synonym: pity)

28. 3. Antonym • an opposite word is placed in the same sentence Example: Among the siblings of thin body structure, Isabel is the only one who is portly . ( antonym: thin)

29. 4. Comparison • a similar word with the same meaning of the unfamiliar word is placed with an object to be compared Example: The stench of the garbage was like the smell of a rotten fish. ( comparison: rotten fish, means bad odor)

30. 5. Example • samples are provided in the sentence to understand the meaning of the unfamiliar word Example: In ancient times, some of our forefathers believed in amulets , such as pearl of the crocodile, pearl of the ax, bullet necklace, and bag of herbs to protect them from harm. ( example: pearl of the crocodile, pearl of the ax, bullet necklace, bag of herbs)

31. Identify the meaning of the underlined word through context clues. Write also the type of context clues used in each sentence. 1. Miriam was very talkative, but Rico remained taciturn . Meaning: _____________________________ Context clues used: _____________________ 2. Most people think that children need a lot of praise and that praise builds self-esteem or self-respect. Meaning: _____________________________ Context clues used: _____________________

32. silent, antonym

33. 3. The paleontologist , a scientist who studies the remains of living organisms, spent a month at the site. Meaning: _____________________________ Context clues used: _____________________ 4. Serenity , a state of being calm, is one of the important traits that a person should possess especially during difficult and stressful times. Meaning: _____________________________ Context clues used: _____________________ 5. The stench of the garbage was like the smell of a rotten fish. Meaning: _____________________________ Context clues used: _____________________

34. 6. Explanation • a description is given to understand the meaning of the unfamiliar word Example: Matthew had few infractions of the house rules that he should have done as part of his responsibilities. (explanation: house rules that he should have done)

35. 7. Cause-Effect • the meaning of the difficult word depends on the cause-effect relationship of other words as expressed in the sentence Example: Since only a few followed the wearing of face mask, it was made mandatory by the government. (cause: only a few followed the wearing of face mask)

36. 8. List or Series of Clues • to understand the meaning of the unknown word, it is included in a series of words given in a sentence Example: After the program, the rubbish left such as souvenir programs, flyers, leaflets plastic bottles, and food wrappings were cleaned by the janitor. (list: souvenir programs, flyers, leaflets, plastic bottles, food wrappings)

37. 9. Inference • to understand the meaning of the unknown word, one has to make a guess based on the description given in the sentence Example: When one shows hospitality , kind words and welcoming actions can be observed among Filipinos. (description: kind words, welcoming actions)

38. Fallacy should be corrected right away to avoid confusion of concepts. Meaning: ___________________________ Context clues used: ___________________ mistakes explanation

39. My dad drinks a cup of joe  every morning to help him wake up. He adds a little cream and half a teaspoon of sugar. Meaning: ___________________________ Context clues used: ___________________ cup of coffee inference

40. Quarantine is separation, detention, and seclusion. Meaning: ____________________________ Context clues used: ____________________ isolation list or series of clues

41. Sibling rivalry should be discouraged among brothers and sisters in the family because it would create unhealthy relationship among them. Meaning: ____________________________ Context clues used: ____________________ competition cause and effect

42. On a whole cartolina , make a chart about Context Clues (provide the definition, types and examples). Appearance – 25% Creativity – 20% Content – 30% Convention – 15% Cleanliness – 10%

43. Context clues are hints to the meaning of a difficult word. These hints can be in the same sentence or in the sentences before or after the sentence that uses the difficult word.

44. New York City has many skyscrapers , or tall buildings.

45. I ran swiftly to catch the falling vase, but I wasn’t fast enough.

46. The child’s ability to perform gymnastics was apparent , or obvious, at an early age.

47. Identify the meaning of the underlined word through context clues. The arbitrator , the neutral person chosen to settle the dispute, arrived at her decision. The slender woman was so thin her clothes were too big on her. Some people like making duck-faces , or pressing their lips together in the shape of a duck’s bill, when they take selfies.

48. Some parents are anti-vax – that is, anti-vaccinations – because they believe these chemicals may trigger autism in students. Charlie is an ecologist , a scientist who specializes in the relationship between living things and their environment.

49. At the restaurant, we were offered a lot of beverages , such as soda and iced tea. a. bread b. utensils c. napkin d. drinks The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun. a. ate b. burned c. slept d. rest 3. When he didn’t understand the instructions, the student asked the teacher to clarify them. a. remove b. call c. explain d. stop

50. I am bedazzled watching sunset at the beach. Likewise, I am overwhelmed looking at the bright stars with the moon at night. a. blinded b. confused c. amazed d. puzzled 5. Cold rain fell all day, making it a dismal Saturday afternoon. a. gloomy b. red c. shining d. fun 6. People who are d espicable should not be avoided, instead they should be loved. a. good b. kind c. mean d. nice

51. 7. He seemed quite free and easy with a few friends, but at large he was quite inhibited . appeased b. controlled c. freed d. hurried 8. Embassies typically follow well-established protocols or accepted procedures for seating guests at a government dinner. a set of rules b. a set of chairs c. a set of people d. a set of places

52. 9. Some city dwellers are affluent , while some live in poverty. fluent b. smooth c. happy d. rich 10. The factory supervisor is going to be inspecting soon, this is a careful and critical checking of all of the meats processed each day. drilling b. drafting c. eliminating d. examining