1 of 11

Context Clues

Determining the Meaning of Unknown Words

2 of 11

Serravallo Strategy

11.15 Context + Clues= Clarity

3 of 11

...and say back what’s happening.

Think...

Ask...

How is this word being used?

​

​

​

​

​

What might it mean?

Try a definition!

The word is _______________________ .

4 of 11

5 of 11

6 of 11

The Kentucky Star sign was composed of a yellow neon star that rose and fell over a piece of blue neon in the shape of the state of Kentucky.

7 of 11

...and say back what’s happening.

Think...

Ask...

How is this word being used?

​

​

​

​

​

What might it mean?

Try a definition!

The word is _______________________ .

8 of 11

9 of 11

He was so astounded at his discovery, so amazed, that he stood and stared.

​

​

Your turn!

10 of 11

...and say back what’s happening.

Think...

Ask...

How is this word being used?

​

​

​

​

​

What might it mean?

Try a definition!

The word is _______________________ .

11 of 11

Word Bank

wire

rabbit

freedom

bent

china

house

torso