Phonics: Module 8, Lesson 4 (Day 39): r- Controlled Vowels

Phonics: Lesson 4 - Using Context Clues and Reading Accountable Text

Introduction

Today, you will read a connected text and use context clues to determine word meanings.

First, let’s review the different kinds of context clues. Context clues are clues that good readers use to find the meaning of unknown words.              

Read the passage, Electing a President.

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Discussion

Read the sentence in the box below. What context clues help you determine the meaning of the underlined word?

Months before Election Day, the candidates start their campaigns. They work hard to convince everyone they are the right person for the job.