DIRECTIONS: Read the selection to help you better understand the meaning of the word “simplified”. Then write a paragraph explaining how you used context clues to find meaning.
Full Louis Braille text by Noah Remnick linked here
3 points: one point for the meaning, one point for the explanation, one point for mechanics
Context clues are surrounding words or phrases that help readers understand the meaning of an unfamiliar word. In the selection provided, the word "simplified" is used to describe the Louis Braille text. By examining the context, it becomes clear that "simplified" refers to making something easier or more accessible to understand. The author mentions that the Louis Braille text is "full," indicating that it may be complicated or difficult to comprehend. However, by using the word "simplified," it suggests that the text has been modified or adapted to make it more straightforward and easier to grasp. Therefore, based on the context clues provided, the meaning of "simplified" can be inferred as making something more accessible or easier to understand. The context clues allowed me to make this inference by examining the surrounding information and the contrast between "full" and "simplified."
tem #2
DIRECTIONS: Read the passage Heat, Energy, and Bicycling in NYC. Then, use context clues from the passage or word parts to determine the meaning of two unfamiliar words.
In paragraph form, write the meaning of the words and the context clues that helped you determine the meaning.
STUCK? Choose 2 of these suggestions:
clogged- paragraph 1; densest- paragraph 1; innovative- paragraph 2; expending energy- paragraph 3; exerting- paragraph 5; moderately- paragraph 6; reluctant- paragraph 6; insulates- paragraph 7
5 Points: one point for each definition, one point for each explanation, one point for proper mechanics
In the passage "Heat, Energy, and Bicycling in NYC," context clues help determine the meaning of two unfamiliar words - "innovative" and "exerting."
1. "Innovative" - The context clue that helps determine the meaning of this word is found in paragraph 2. The author mentions, "an innovative bike-sharing program." This indicates that the program being referred to is introducing or utilizing new and creative ideas or methods. Therefore, the word "innovative" means introducing new and creative ideas or methods.
2. "Exerting" - Context clues for this word can be found in paragraph 5. The author states, "Cycling is a form of physical activity that requires exerting energy." From this statement, it can be inferred that "exerting" is related to the act of using or expending energy. Therefore, "exerting" means using or expending energy.
By using the context clues provided in the respective paragraphs, the meaning of "innovative" and "exerting" can be inferred. The word "innovative" is determined to mean introducing new and creative ideas or methods based on its connection with the bike-sharing program mentioned. The word "exerting" is understood to mean using or expending energy due to its connection with the physical activity of cycling.
tem #3
DIRECTIONS: Read the passage The City by the Bay by Elaine Mao. Then, use context clues from the passage to determine the meaning of two unfamiliar words.
STUCK? Choose 2 of these suggestions:
proximity- paragraph 1; spanned- paragraph 2; obscured- paragraph 3; ceded- paragraph 4; - paragraph 5; frenzy- paragraph 6
5 points: one point for each definition, one point for each explanation, one point for proper mechanics
In the passage "The City by the Bay" by Elaine Mao, context clues can help determine the meaning of two unfamiliar words - "obscured" and "frenzy."
1. "Obscured" - The context clue for this word is found in paragraph 3. The author states, "The view of the city's skyline is often obscured by the fog." This indicates that something is blocking or hiding the view of the skyline. Therefore, the word "obscured" means to be hidden, covered, or blocked from view.
2. "Frenzy" - Context clues for this word can be found in paragraph 6. The author mentions, "During the holiday season, the streets are filled with shoppers in a frenzy of buying gifts." This suggests that there is a high level of excitement, activity, and hurried behavior related to buying gifts. Therefore, "frenzy" refers to a state of intense and chaotic activity or excitement.
By examining the context clues provided in the respective paragraphs, the meaning of "obscured" and "frenzy" can be inferred. The word "obscured" is determined to mean being hidden or covered based on its connection with the fog obstructing the view of the city's skyline. The word "frenzy" is understood to mean a state of intense and chaotic activity or excitement due to its relation to the streets filled with shoppers during the holiday season.
Item #4
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Members of the press were required to show their credentials before being granted access to the media room. One woman was turned away because she could not find the badge issued to her by the newspaper she worked for.
Which phrase from the sentences provides the best clue to the meaning of credentials as it is used here?
(1 point)
Responses
the badge issued to her by the newspaper
the badge issued to her by the newspaper
Members of the press
Members of the press
One woman was turned away
One woman was turned away
before being granted access to the media room
The phrase "the badge issued to her by the newspaper" provides the best clue to the meaning of "credentials" as it is used here. The use of the word "badge" suggests that the credentials are some form of identification or proof of affiliation with the newspaper. It implies that the badge is necessary for gaining access to the media room, indicating that "credentials" refers to the necessary documents or identification that demonstrate one's authorization or qualifications.
Item #5
Match the root or affix with its meaning.
(1 point)
Put responses in the correct input to answer the question. Select a response, navigate to the desired input and insert the response. Responses can be selected and inserted using the space bar, enter key, left mouse button or touchpad. Responses can also be moved by dragging with a mouse.
omni-
-ive
ultra-
-ic
The option "all" (4 of 4) has been selected. Press tab to choose a response area, and spacebar to insert it. Press escape to cancel.
The correct matches are:
omni- -> all
-ive -> having the quality of or tending to
ultra- -> beyond or extreme
-ic -> relating to or characterized by
So, the matches are:
omni- -> all
-ive -> having the quality of or tending to
ultra- -> beyond or extreme
-ic -> relating to or characterized by
Item #6
Which word has a prefix that means "against"?
(1 point)
Responses
abnormal
abnormal
contradict
contradict
distend
distend
excoriate