Phonics: Module 9, Lesson 4 (Day 44): 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.
Look for
Word Part Clues
Definition
Synonym
Antonym
Examples

Read the passage, One Nation from Many.

Discussion

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

All decisions of the Iroquois League of Nations had to be unanimous, or agreed upon by all members.