MAP 6th Grade Reading

A comprehensive course designed to build and assess reading comprehension, analysis, and interpretation skills for 6th graders, preparing them for the MAP Reading test and real-world literacy.

Understanding Main Idea & Supporting DetailsMaking InferencesAnalyzing Characters and Setting
Interpreting Figurative LanguageSummarizing Informational TextEvaluating Arguments and Claims
Reading for School ProjectsReading in Everyday LifeUsing Context Clues to Learn New Words
Previewing and PredictingAnswering Multiple-Choice Questions
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Practical Applications

Using Context Clues to Learn New Words

What are Context Clues?

Context clues are hints in a sentence or paragraph that help you figure out the meaning of a new word.

Types of Clues

  • Definition: The word is explained right after.
  • Example: The sentence gives an example.
  • Synonym/Antonym: A similar or opposite word is used nearby.

How to Use Them

  • Reread the sentence or paragraph.
  • Look for hints around the word.
  • Try to guess the meaning before looking it up.

Why it Matters

This skill helps you become a better reader and learn new words faster.

Examples

  • Figuring out ‘frigid’ means cold from the sentence: ‘The frigid air made everyone shiver.’

  • Learning ‘generous’ means giving by reading: ‘She shared her lunch with everyone; she was generous.’

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