Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.
Georgia Standards:
ELAGSE5L4a
Use context (e.g., cause/effect relationships and comparisons in text) as a clue to the meaning of a word or phrase.
Georgia Standards:
ELAGSE5L4b
Use common, grade-appropriate Greek and Latin affixes and roots as clues to the meaning of a word (e.g., photograph, photosynthesis).
Georgia Standards:
ELAGSE5L6
Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases, including those that signal contrast, addition, and other logical relationships (e.g., however, although, nevertheless, similarly, moreover, in addition).
Georgia Standards:
5.L.V.1.b
Use grade-level general, academic, and specialized vocabulary words and phrases to enhance communication in a variety of settings. (C)
Georgia Standards:
5.L.V.2.c
Construct words using knowledge of Greek and Latin roots, root words, and affixes. (C)
Georgia Standards:
5.L.V.3.e
Use knowledge of word relationships and learned vocabulary words and phrases to make precise word choices when speaking and writing. (C)
5th Grade Writing - Word Relationships Lesson
Context Clues
Context Clues
Good readers notice context clues when they read a word they do not know. A context clue is a hint the author gives the reader about what the words in the text mean.
If you do not know the meaning of a word, look at the words and sentences around it. Look for —
Go to the next page to practice using contextclues.
Academic Words and Phrases
Sometimes when you learn something new, you have to learn new words, too. These new words help you understand the topic better. These words are called academic words and phrases.
When you read, try to find the words that are new to you, or that you know are important to the topic or subject. Sometimes these words will be in bold. Use context clues, a dictionary, or a glossary to help you figure out what the words mean.