QUARTER 1 WEEK 1 CONTEXT CLUES.pptx- ENGLISH 8

ENGLISH

1. ENGLISH CLASS 8

2. ATTENDANCE

3. 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

4. Hints here, signals there, clues are everywhere Categorize, conceptualize, and then contextualize Context clues are the ones that guide.

5. -What can you say about the poem? - Do you find difficulty in understanding the poem?

6. A nosebleed is one of our expression when we see or hear an unfamiliar words or terms that make it difficult for us to understand the context. How can we avoid this kind of situation to happen?

7. Enhance your knowledge and improve your vocabulary skills. VOCABULARY Our knowledge about foreign words, especially uncommon or unfamiliar ones. If you are reading, what will you do if you see an unfamiliar word? CONTEXT CLUES- Try to figure out its meaning from the context.

8. ENGLISH 8 QUARTER 1 lesson 1 Determine the meaning of words and expressions that reflect the local culture by noting context clues

9. 1. share your personal strategy in improving your vocabulary; 2. enumerate what are the strategies in determining the meaning of words and expressions; and 3. find clues in the sentence to determine the meaning of a word. OBJECTIVES

10. To understand what you read, you must first know the meanings of the words. Nothing can disturb your reading more, and confuse you more, than running into one unfamiliar word after another. INTRODUCTION

11. One way to increase your understanding of the vocabulary in reading material is to use context clues that surround the word. INTRODUCTION

12. are hints found within a sentence, paragraph , or passage that a reader can use to understand the meanings of new or unfamiliar words. context clues

13. Which word has the same meaning with the underlined word. Thin C. Transparent Clear D. Thick Sunlight can’t shine through opaque objects like brick walls and wooden doors.

14. EXAMPLE 1 Gerard was so hungry that for lunch he consumed three sandwiches and a quart of milk.

15. The sentence gives context clues (hints) that Gerard was hungry . He did something with 3 sandwiches and a quart of milk. You can assume that consume must mean “ate and drank.” EXAMPLE 1

16. Filipinos and Koreans are gregarious people. They are friendly and approachable. Example 2

17. Filipinos and Koreans are gregarious people. They are friendly and approachable. Example 2

18. 2 The sentence gives context clues (hints) that Filipinos and Koreans are friendly and approachable. You can assume that gregarious mean “outgoing, sociable, and enjoying the company of others.” EXAMPLE 2

19. They say that Korean actors and actresses are charismatic ; most of them are very attractive. Example 3

20. They say that Korean actors and actresses are charismatic ; most of them are very attractive. Example 3

21. 2 The sentence gives context clues (hints) that most of them are very attractive. You can assume that charismatic mean “attractive or appealing.” EXAMPLE 3

22. DIFFERENT TYPES OF CONTEXT CLUES

23. The new term may be formally defined , or sufficient explanation may be given within the sentence or in the following sentence. Clues to definition include “that is,” commas, dashes, and parentheses . 1. DEFINITION/DESCRIPTION CLUE (by definition)

24. Example 1: a. His emaciation , that is, his skeleton-like appearance, was frightening to see.

25. Example 1: a. His emaciation , that is, his skeleton-like appearance , was frightening to see. “ Skeleton- like appearance ” is the definition of “emaciation.”

26. Example 1: Unfamiliar word: emaciation Context Clue: that is, his skeleton-like appearance Meaning: “extreme thinness and weakness of a person's body.”

27. Example 2: b. Fluoroscopy , examination with a fluoroscope, has become a common practice.

28. Example 2: b. Fluoroscopy , examination with a fluoroscope , has become a common practice.

29. Example 2: Unfamiliar word: Fluoroscopy Context Clue: examination with a fluoroscope Meaning: “extreme thinness and weakness of a person's body.”

30. a similar word is placed in the same sentence to know the meaning of the unfamiliar word 2. SYNONYMS RESTATEMENT CLUES (by synonym clues)

31. Flooded with spotlights – the focus of all attention – the new Miss America began her year-long reign. She was the cynosure of all eyes for the rest of the evening. EXAMPLE

32. Flooded with spotlights – the focus of all attention – the new Miss America began her year-long reign. She was the cynosure of all eyes for the rest of the evening. “Cynosure” means “the focus of all attention.” EXAMPLE

33. Example: Unfamiliar word: cynosure Context Clue: the focus of all attention Meaning: “center of attention or the focal point.”

34. Example: Unfamiliar word: cynosure Context Clue: the focus of all attention Meaning: “center of attention or the focal point.”

35. The mountain pass was a tortuous road, winding and twisting like a snake around the trees of the mountainside. EXAMPLE

36. The mountain pass was a tortuous road, winding and twisting like a snake around the trees of the mountainside. EXAMPLE

37. Example: Unfamiliar word: tortuous Context Clue: winding and twisting Meaning: “winding, twisting, or having many turns”

38. Example 1: a. The child was timorous , or fearful, of the dark.

39. Example 1: a. The child was timorous , or fearful , of the dark.

40. Example 1: Unfamiliar word: timorous Context Clue: fearful Meaning: “afraid”

41. Example 2: b. The child was obstinate , or stubborn, and refused to listen to their parents.

42. Example 2: b. The child was obstinate , or stubborn , and refused to listen to their parents.

43. Example 1: Unfamiliar word: obstinate Context Clue: stubborn Meaning: “unwilling to change one's mind or opinion.”

44. SEATWORK 1 DIRECTION: Read the questions carefully and write the letter of the correct answer. Identify the unfamiliar word and its context clue. The child was inquisitive, or curious, about everything. Unfamiliar word: inquisitive, context clue: curious Unfamiliar word: curious, context clue: inquisitive There is no unfamiliar word

45. Identify the unfamiliar word and its context clue. 2. The enigmatic message puzzled everyone. Unfamiliar word: enigmatic, context clue: puzzled Unfamiliar word: puzzled, context clue: enigmatic There is no unfamiliar word 3. The elusive thief was never caught. Unfamiliar word: never caught, context clue: elusive Unfamiliar word: elusive, context clue: never caught There is no unfamiliar word

46. Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word. 4. The old man was frail and could barely walk. strong tall energetic weak 5. The gregarious woman loved to attend parties and socialize. shy outgoing quiet happy

47. KEY TO CORRECTION A A B D B

48. DIFFERENT TYPES OF CONTEXT CLUES

49. Antonyms are words with opposite meanings . An opposite meaning context clue contrasts the meaning of an unfamiliar word with the meaning of a familiar term. Words like “although,” “however,” and “but” may signal contrast clues. 3. CONTRAST/ANTONYM CLUE

50. a. When the light brightens, the pupils of the eyes contract; however, when it grows darker, they dilate. EXAMPLE 1

51. a. When the light brightens, the pupils of the eyes contract ; however, when it grows darker, they dilate. EXAMPLE 1

52. Example 1: Unfamiliar word: dilate Context Clue: contract Meaning: “widen or enlarge.”

53. Marty is gregarious, unlike his brother who is qu ie t and shy. EXAMPLE 2

54. Marty is gregarious , unlike his brother who is qu ie t and shy. EXAMPLE 2

55. Example 2: Unfamiliar word: gregarious Context Clue: quiet and shy Meaning: “fond of company; sociable; outgoing”

56. a similar word with the same meaning of the unfamiliar word is placed with an object to be compared 5. BY COMPARISON

57. The stench of the garbage was like the smell of a rotten fish. EXAMPLE 1

58. The stench of the garbage was like the smell of a rotten fish. EXAMPLE

59. Example 1: Unfamiliar word: stench Context Clue: rotten fish Meaning : “bad odor”

60. The dinosaur was gigantic, much bigger than an elephant. EXAMPLE 2

61. The dinosaur was gigantic , much bigger than an elephant. EXAMPLE 2

62. Example 2: Unfamiliar word: gigantic Context Clue: much bigger than Meaning: “very large or huge.”

63. Sometimes when a reader finds a new word, an example might be found nearby that helps to explain its meaning. Words like including , such as, and for example , point out example clues. 5. EXAMPLE CLUES

64. Piscatorial creatures, such as flounder, salmon, and trout, live in the coldest parts of the ocean. EXAMPLE 1

65. Piscatorial creatures , such as flounder, salmon, and trout , live in the coldest parts of the ocean. EXAMPLE 1

66. Example 1: Unfamiliar word: Piscatorial Context Clue: creatures such as flounder, salmon, and trout Meaning: “fish”

67. Celestial bodies, including the sun, moon, and stars, have fascinated man through the centuries. EXAMPLE 2

68. Celestial bodies, including the sun, moon, and stars , have fascinated man through the centuries. EXAMPLE 2

69. Example 2: Unfamiliar word: Celestial Context Clue: sun, moon, and stars Meaning: “objects are those in the sky or heavens”

70. In the course of man’s evolution, certain organs have atrophied. The appendix, for example, has wasted away from disuse. “Atrophied” means “wasted away.” EXAMPLE 3

71. In the course of man’s evolution, certain organs have atrophied . The appendix, for example, has wasted away from disuse. EXAMPLE 3

72. Example 3: Unfamiliar word: atrophied Context Clue: wasted away Meaning: “lack of use”

73. QUIZ 1 CONTEXT CLUES

74. Determine the meaning of the underlined word in each sentence by writing the hints or clues on your notebook.

75. 1. My mother is a frugal person. She never wastes money on unimportant things.

76. 2. Filipinos and Koreans are gregarious people. They are friendly and approachable.

77. 3. The policeman is not gullible enough to easily believe to the suspect’s alibi.

78. 4. They say that Korean actors and actresses are charismatic ; most of them are very attractive.

79. 5. My Chinese friend was very thankful when I handed him a gift. He said “xiexie” in a very cheerful voice.

80. ANSWER

81. ANSWER

82. QUIZ 2 CONTEXT CLUES

83. Directions: Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the underlined word

84. The child was rushed to the hospital after she had an adverse reaction to the medicine. Healing c. Soothing b. Harmful d. Helpful

85. 2. The novice teacher was excited about her first teaching job since graduating college. a. Experienced b. Beginner c. Knowledgeable d. Stern

86. 3. The alluring aroma of the cookies drew Sandy toward the kitchen for a taste. a. Unpleasant b. Unappetizing c. Desirable d. Obnoxious

87. 4. The man should go to jail for his inhumane treatment of his horses. a. Loving b. Caring c. Proper d. Cruel

88. 5. The greedy child was snatching candy from the shelf. a. Happy b. Pleasant c. Giving d. Selfish

89. 6. You should not belittle his effort but thank him for trying. a. Make important b. Make unimportant c. Make inviting d. Make appealing

90. 7. The sun suddenly vanished from view as the storm clouds rolled across the sky. a. Appeared b. Danced c. Disappeared d. Floated

91. 8. The soldiers crouched down low behind their vehicle and waited for the enemy to pass. a. Stooped with bent knees b. Stood straight and tall c. Leaned against d. Ran from

92. ANSWER KEY