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N O V E M B E R 2 6 T H , 2 0 1 3
T O D A Y W E W I L L :
C O M P O S E D E F I N I T I O N S F O R C O N T E X T C L U E W O R D S
A N D
I W I L L S A Y W H A T I A M T H A N K F U L F O R
TO-DO TODAY
Mrs. Javidan collect homework (worksheet)
Complete worksheet for warm-up; combination of
context clues
To Think About…
Finish the “Emilio” chapter. With your group,
chose 10-12 words from the book and write
definitions for them using context clues. Choose 2-3
words from each page.
TO THINK ABOUT
What are you thankful for?
Figure out these words through context. Write a
sentence using one word on your slip of paper when
you figure it out.
Share your answers with the class.
DECEMBER 3RD, 2013
Today we will:
Conclude the “Emilio” chapter
Apply deciphering context clues to define new
words.
And
I will define 7-10 new words from the newspaper
article
TO-DO TODAY
Mrs. Javidan reminder for homework turn-in on
Thursday
Finish “Emilio” chapter
Practice defining words with context clues with
worksheet
Practice defining words with context clues with
newspaper
I will define 5 new words from the newspaper
article
DECEMBER 5TH, 2013
Today we will:
Review for the test on Monday by applying context
clues to classwork.
And
I will identify the area of context clues I need to
further study and provide five examples as a
guide.
TO-DO TODAY
Mrs. Javidan collect homework due today
Mrs. Javidan show grades/pass out papers
To Think About: Vote on words to use in quiz on
Monday
Play Jeopardy! game for review
Homework: Pages 104-105 of your handout
TO THINK ABOUT…
Which words would you like to see on our quiz on Monday?
Recommendations Vendor Midnight
Luxuries Dateline Shift
Nonstop Vein Arrived
Scolds Chip in
International Vandalized Impression
Spoiled Handsome Martial Law
Hardship Hobby Dialect
Accountant Inspire Equipment
DIRECTIONS
You have 30 seconds to guess the correct answer
If you do not have the correct answer, the other team
has a chance to steal for half (1/2) the points. The other
team also has only 15 seconds to guess the answer.
PLEASE do not shout the answer; write it down.
Mrs. Javidan or Mrs. Peralta will not accept the answer
unless it is written on your whiteboard.
JEOPARDY CHART
DefinitionClues
Comparison Clues
Contrast Clues
Example Clues
SurpriseClue
100 100 100 100 100
200 200 200 200 200
300 300 300 300 300
400 400 400 400 400
500 500 500 500 500
DEFINITION CLUES100 – The lawyer wants to change the venue (place where an
event is held) of his client’s trial
200 – Zoologists, people who study animals, are particularly
interested in dragonflies, but everyone can enjoy their colors and
shapes.
300 – He majored in archaeology, the study of prehistoric
cultures.
400 – Mathematicians use a tool called a protractor to measure
angles
500 – Her solution to the problem was pragmatic (sensible and
practical).
COMPARISON CLUES
100 – Like my father’s commands, my mother’s orders seem reasonable.
Water and fuel are both precious natural resources. Just as we need to
conserve fuel, we need to save water, especially in times of drought.
300 – This article will give you some tips to help keep you pet cool in the
summer heat. Your veterinarian can give you some suggestions, too.
400 – The whole team was let down when we lost the game, and the
coach was just as disappointed.
500 – I’m terrified of snakes. Similarly, I am scared of spiders.
CONTRAST CLUES
100 – The temperature varies a lot. In contrast, the temperature in my
hometown usually stays the same.
200 – Lisa is a diligent student, but her sister doesn’t work hard in school.
300 – One of my roommates is loquacious, but the other one rarely talks
at all.
400 – When you told me the story, it sounded incredible. But now that
I’ve more about it, the story seems believable.
500 – I usually like to plan everything down to the smallest detail.
However, I try to be more spontaneous when I go on vacation.
EXAMPLE CLUES
100 - Jessie is an indulgent mother. For instance, she lets her
daughter eat as much candy as she wants, stay up late, and miss school.
200 - White-collar workers, such as doctors, work in offices. Blue-
collar workers, such as construction workers, word outside.
300 – Alan is a very frugal person. For example, he always tries not to
spend his money400 – Ever since I was a child, I have liked to play
percussion instruments like drums.
500 – Most apes, such as gorillas and chimpanzees, are very social
animals.
SURPRISE CLUE
100 - I am thankful for my sturdy, warm house. In contrast, some people’s
houses fall down easily and are cold.
200 - I am thankful for my vivacious, or lively, son.
300 - I am thankful that my family is within proximal driving distance. In
contrast, some people’s families are hundreds of miles away, which is very far.
400 - I am thankful for my consistent job. I never have to worry that my job will
change.
500 - I am thankful for my freedom, or choice to do what I want, in my country.