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Determine Word Meaning
Word Watch
Use context clues to figure out the meanings of unfamiliar words as you read the article, and jot down
your inferred meanings. After reading the article, use a dictionary to check meanings and write those
down too. Note each word’s part of speech and origin, if available.
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Part of speech:
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WORD:
Inferred meaning:
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Inferred meaning:
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Word Watch (continued)
WORD:
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Part of speech:
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Part of speech:
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Part of speech:
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Part of speech:
Inferred meaning:
Dictionary definition:
Word origin or root:
WORD:
Inferred meaning:
Dictionary definition:
Word origin or root:
WORD:
Inferred meaning:
Dictionary definition:
Word origin or root:
WORD:
Inferred meaning:
Dictionary definition:
Word origin or root:
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