Which definition matches the sentence?

Key Notes:

  • Teach students how to identify and understand the meaning of words in context. Emphasize that definitions explain what a word or phrase means.

  • Encourage students to use context clues from the sentence to determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word. Look for surrounding words or phrases that can hint at the definition.

  • Explain how to match a word with its correct definition by comparing the sentence with the provided definitions. The definition should make sense in the context of the sentence.

  • Provide practice sentences and a list of definitions. Ask students to match each sentence with the correct definition.
  • Example Sentence: “The cat’s purr was very soothing.”
  • Definitions:
    • A. Making a low, continuous sound.
    • B. A type of musical instrument.
  • Correct Match: A. Making a low, continuous sound.

  • Steps:
    1. Read the Sentence: Identify the unknown word and the context in which it is used.
    2. Identify Key Context Clues: Look for adjectives, verbs, or phrases that provide hints.
    3. Choose the Best Definition: Match the sentence with the definition that fits the context best.

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