What do we think it means based on the context clues? analyze The students will analyze the text to determine the author’s purpose. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to examine carefully and in detail so as to identify causes, key factors, possible  results, etc.

(verb) expressing oneself clearly articulate The president is known for his ability to articulate his thoughts in front of millions of people. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) expressing oneself clearly

(verb) to quote (a passage, book, author, etc.) cite In his essay, Randy must cite the opinions of several experts. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to quote (a passage, book, author, etc.)

What do we think it means based on the context clues? compare When you compare traditional folktales around the world, you will find that the themes are very similar.  (verb)to examine two or more objects, ideas, people, etc. in order to note similarities and  differences What do we think it means based on the context clues?

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What do we think it means based on the context clues? comprehend Since the text was written in a foreign language, I could not comprehend its meaning.    What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb)to understand the nature or meaning of; grasp with the mind; perceive

(verb) to compare in order to show unlikeness or differences contrast  Even though the two cars are similar in price, they contrast considerably in the area of gas mileage.   What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to compare in order to show unlikeness or differences

(verb) to deliver or make understood convey   The popular writer hoped his personal story would convey a message of hope to his readers.  What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to deliver or make understood

(verb) to work with individuals or a single person to complete a task collaborate   In order for the team to perform a complex task, all members must collaborate with each other.   What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to work with individuals or a single person to complete a task

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(verb) to place something in a class or group based on its attributes categorize   It will be easier to organize your to do list if you categorize everything that needs to be done and put them in their own group or priority. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to place something in a class or group based on its attributes

(verb) to direct in action or course; manage; carry on: conduct   We will conduct a meeting this afternoon to discuss his behavior.  (verb) to direct in action or course; manage; carry on: What do we think it means based on the context clues?

(verb) to make an idea or statement clear clarify   Because our instructor was so unclear, I had to continually ask him to clarify and repeat what he was saying.  What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to make an idea or statement clear

(verb) to state as a fact claim   Some doctors claim that chocolate can reduce your chance of a heart attack What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to state as a fact

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(verb) to extract meaning from; to translate decode  The colonel wanted the soldier to learn how to decode military letters for communication purposes. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to extract meaning from; to translate

What do we think it means based on the context clues? demonstrate The basketball player hopes to demonstrate his skill during tryouts, so he can make the team this year. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to describe, explain, or illustrate by examples, specimens, or experiments

What do we think it means based on the context clues? describe The witness was able to describe exactly what the robber looked like at the scene of the crime. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to tell or depict in written or spoken words; to give an account of

(verb) to conclude, as after reasoning, observation, etc. determine The game show host will determine the winner by adding up all of the points.  What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to conclude, as after reasoning, observation, etc.

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(verb) to elaborate and expand upon something develop A good relationship started to develop between a strict professor and his students when his pupils realized his efforts toward their education.  What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to elaborate and expand upon something

(verb) to set something apart from something else distinguish A police detective often finds himself in the position of having to distinguish between a lie and a truth.  What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to set something apart from something else

(verb) to take out or pull out specific information draw The context clues helped Sam draw the conclusion that the character was not telling the truth.  What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to take out or pull out specific information

(verb) to describe or portray something precisely delineate If you want your children to properly complete their chores, you have to clearly delineate the tasks so your kids will know what to do. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to describe or portray something precisely

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(verb) to define something or make it clear explain Jacob asked his teachers to explain the complicated skill again because it was not clear to him. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to define something or make it clear

(verb) to find value in something or to judge it; to assess evaluate When the tree fell on our house, the insurance company said they would evaluate the damage and pay us. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to find value in something or to judge it; to assess

What do we think it means based on the context clues? elaborate My teacher said my answer was not developed, so I needed to elaborate further. (verb) to include many carefully chosen details to develop a story line or text What do we think it means based on the context clues?

(verb) to determine the meaning of something interpret The scribes decided to interpret the message written in pictographs in order to translate it to other languages. (verb) to determine the meaning of something

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(verb) to locate or find something, to point it out identify The toddler tried to identify the shapes but kept getting the triangle and star confused. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to locate or find something, to point it out

(verb) to guess, reason or conclude, based on evidence infer Since you did not show up for the first day of work, we will infer that you are not serious about the job. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to guess, reason or conclude, based on evidence

(verb) to combine, put something together, or merge integrate As a teacher, I work hard to integrate current trivia into my lesson plans so my students will find the lessons relevant. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to combine, put something together, or merge

(verb) to find something, identify or discover locate When using evidence-based language, we should locate the specific chapter and paragraph from the text. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to find something, identify or discover

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(verb) to arrange things, to classify or order organize If the student would organize his folder by subject, he would be able to find his homework more quickly. (verb) to arrange things, to classify or order What do we think it means based on the context clues?

(verb) to make or cause something to come into existence produce In order to produce quality work, you must follow all directions and use your time wisely. (verb) to make or cause something to come into existence What do we think it means based on the context clues?

(verb) to show, describe or explain something to a group of people present After researching the development of the Fertile Crescent, we had to present our findings to the rest of the class. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to show, describe or explain something to a group of people

(verb) to prepare a final version of text for public readers publish As an author, be sure to edit and revise your work thoroughly before you publish it for all to see. (verb) to prepare a final version of text for public readers What do we think it means based on the context clues?

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(verb) to put into different words, to restate or reword paraphrase Forgetting to paraphrase, the student was reprimanded for quoting the original work without citing the source. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to put into different words, to restate or reword

What do we think it means based on the context clues? quote The student could not decide how to paraphrase the evidence, so she chose to quote the author directly instead. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to give exact information from a text or speaker, set off by quotation marks

(verb) to tell in your own words retell My Grandpa will retell his tales of the Vietnam War whenever we visit him, but the small details of his story change every time. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to tell in your own words

(verb) to mention or speak about something refer When I am in trouble, my mother tends to refer to me using my first and middle name. (verb) to mention or speak about something What do we think it means based on the context clues?

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(verb) to collect information on a topic, to discover new facts research I was so intrigued by the lesson on Egyptian pharaohs, I decided to do further research on my own. (verb) to collect information on a topic, to discover new facts What do we think it means based on the context clues?

(verb) to think about, show or express an idea or opinion reflect My teacher says my grades do not reflect what I am truly capable of, and I should work harder. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to think about, show or express an idea or opinion

What do we think it means based on the context clues? revise After the team tested their experiment, they decided to revise their plan for better results. (verb) to change something already written; to make corrections, improvements or updates What do we think it means based on the context clues?

(verb) to say something in reply, to answer respond The students were asked to respond to a writing prompt, analyzing how the author developed the protagonist’s perspective. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to say something in reply, to answer

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(verb) to restate in detail recount The officer asked the witness to recount the details of the accident for the police report. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to restate in detail

(verb) to sum up clearly in fewer words summarize When you summarize an article or story, be sure to mention only the important details like the five W’s. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to sum up clearly in fewer words

(verb) to hold up or make stronger support When you use evidence from a text, be sure to support it in your own words. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to hold up or make stronger

(verb) to combine ideas, to make newer more complex ideas synthesize For our class project, our group decided to synthesize social studies and math by creating a timeline and subtracting to determine lengths of time. What do we think it means based on the context clues? (verb) to combine ideas, to make newer more complex ideas

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