CONTEXT

CLUES
Module 1: Lesson 1
 Who am I?
I'll tell you about I'm graceful and pretty,
the career that I chose; but I'm also real strong.
it definitely keeps me My body is thin
on my toes. and my legs are quite long.

I've been practicing since I often wear pink

a very young age. and love satin and lace.
Now I travel around Watch me twirl, flit and flutter
and perform on the stage. all over the place.
A
Ballerina
 Who am I?
A lot of kids think I wear a cool hat
that they want to be me. and a raincoat and boots.
Danger 's my best friend Which I'd much rather wear
and my enemy. than some stuffy old suits.

When I'm summoned to duty My truck makes loud noises

I'm often alarmed. when I drive down the street.
Still, I help lots of people It's a lot of fun but I
stay safe and unharmed. still take lots of heat.
A
Fireman
 Who am I?
My career is really taking off Of course, sometimes I
but there's more to it than that. have to keep
For I can take you far away my feet firm on the
in 30 minutes flat. ground.
Like when I'm home,
You can sit beside the window or when somebody's
and look at the ants below. luggage can't be
From here, the earth looks all found.
the same,
no matter where you go.
A Pilot
What is context clue?
Context Clues are hints
that the author gives to
help define a difficult or
unusual word.
For example:
Many people have
phobias such as fear of
heights, fear of water, or
a fear of confined
spaces.
Different Types of Context
Clues
by definition by explanation
by synonym by cause and
by antonym effect
by list or series
by
of clues
comparison 
by inference
by example
1. by definition
the unfamiliar word is
defined in a sentence
For example:
A treasure hunter is a person
who searches for treasures
from sunken ships and
ancient tombs to obtain
valuable relics and artifacts.
2. by synonym
a similar word is placed
in the same sentence to
know the meaning of the
unfamiliar word
For example:
It is common for Filipinos
to feel compassion or
pity for the suffering of
their fellowmen
3. by antonym
an opposite word is
placed in the same
sentence
For example:
Among the siblings of
thin body structure,
Isabel is the only one
who is portly.
4. by comparison
a similar word with the
same meaning of the
unfamiliar word is placed
with an object to be
compared
For example:
The stench of the
garbage was like the
smell of a rotten fish.
5. by example
samples are provided in
the sentence to
understand the meaning
of the unfamiliar word
For example:
In ancient times, some of our
forefathers believed in amulets,
such as pearl of the crocodile,
pearl of the ax, bullet necklace,
and bag of herbs to protect
them from harm.
6. by explanation
a description is given to
understand the
meaning of the
unfamiliar word
For example:
Matthew had few
infractions of the house
rules that he should
have done as part of his
responsibilities.
7. by cause and effect
the meaning of the difficult
word depends on the
cause-effect relationship of
other words as expressed
in the sentence
For example:
Since only a few
followed the wearing of
face mask, it was made
mandatory by the
government.
8. by list or series of clues
to understand the meaning
of the unknown word, it is
included in a series of
words given in a sentence
For example:
After the program, the
rubbish left were souvenir
programs, flyers, leaflets,
plastic bottles, and food
wrappings.
9. by inference
to understand the meaning
of the unknown word, one
has to make a guess based
on the description given in
the sentence
For example:
When one shows
hospitality, kind words
and welcoming actions
can be observed among
Filipinos.
Different Types of Context
Clues
by definition by explanation
by synonym by cause and
by antonym effect
by list or series
by
of clues
comparison 
by inference
by example
Let’s try!
Choose the meaning of
the underlined word using
context clues.
All medical practitioners, including the
army and police forces, are our frontliners
in this pandemic; thus, they lead in fighting
against the COVID-19 disease.

a. c.
followers observers
d.
b. leaders participants
The COVID-19, like Spanish
influenza is a virus that strictly
requires home quarantine and
physical distancing.
a. curse c. disease
b. d. plague
disaster
The effects of the COVID-19
pandemic can be seen
worldwide.
a. c.
circumstanc predicame
e nt
b. epidemic d. situation
According to the president, until a
vaccine is available, face to face
conduct of classes is not allowed.

a. cure c.
b. medicine
immunizatio d. vitamin
n
The conventional conduct of classes in
schools is suspended due to COVID-19
pandemic; thus, for the meantime this will
be substituted with other learning
modalities.
a. usual c. modern
b. d.
conservativ seasonal
e
Online and modular classes are some of
the modalities that the Department of
Education will offer for this school year to
avoid hampering the education of
learners.
a. c.
continuing frustrating
b. delaying d. resuming
We should keep ourselves healthy by
always washing our hands, eating
nutritious foods, taking vitamins, exercising
regularly, and drinking plenty of water.

a. clean c. safe
b. fresh d. fit
Police officers are very
conspicuous. We can see them
in checkpoints.
a. distinct c. hidden
b. evident d. visible
Teachers are known for being
loquacious. They love to talk
about ideas.
a. communi c.
cative restrained
b. reserved d. silent
The Education Week Celebration
was spearheaded by the
English Language Department.

a. introdu c. originated
ce d.
participated
b. led
Serenity, a state of being calm, is
one of the important traits that a
person should possess especially
during difficult and stressful times.
a. anxiety c.
b. confusi imagination
on d. tranquility
Friendship among teenagers is a
complicated thing. Sometimes they get well
along with others and are happy about it, but
there are also times when they have
misunderstandings and disagreements.

a. entang c. interlaced
le d.
b. hard interwoven
It was a frigid night despite
being in the summer season.

a. very cold c. very hot

b. very cozy d. very
warm
Matthew is a rambunctious
child who always injures himself
and is warned for being naughty.
a. humble c. shy
b. refined d. unruly
Snakes, sharks, and crocodiles
are common predators of
smaller animals.
a. carnivores c. hunters
b. herbivores d. victims
 Quiz #2 - Context
Clues
Choose the meaning of the
underlined words using
context clues. Write the
letter of your answer on your
paper.
1. Governments in some parts of the world set their focus on
the doldrums of environmental degradation, instead of the
threats of the present pandemic.
A. delight B. despair C. joy D. trust

2. Our family always have a fleeting idea of going to

Siargao Island, but we know it will take some time given the
present health crisis.
A. constant B. endless C. long D. sudden

3. An oracle is said to have the ability to foresee the future.

A. diviner B. fortune-teller C. priest D.
scientist
4. People who are despicable should not be avoided,
instead they should be loved.
A. good B. kind C. mean D. nice

5. I grew up learning to assert my rights and not to be

cowed by other people’s intimidation.
A. comforted B. helped C. pleased D.
scared

6. It was an awful day – horrible and dreadful for the

third time, the casting of the great bell was unsuccessful.
A. fearful B. foul C. happy D. nasty
7. Kouan Yu might think that the result of the making of the
great bell for the third and last time was much more likely an
egregious failure because of what happened to his daughter.
A. glaring B. grievous C. scandalous D. shameful

8. His animosity or ill-feeling because of what happened to his

daughter was so great.
A. anger B. bitterness C. hate D. malice

9. Wild with his grief, he felt deep remorse and would have
leaped in after his daughter, but strong men held him back.
A. guilt B. regret C. shame D. sorrow
10. How the blending with the well-blended brass and gold,
with the intermingling of the silver and the iron after Ko-
Ngai leaped, was a conundrum, a puzzle that's difficult to
solve.
A. mystery B. problem C. query D. question

11. At the end of the 21st century, this pandemic will still
be remembered because of its big effect to humanity like
the Spanish Influenza in 1918.
A. 10 years B. 50 years C.100 years D. 1,000 years

12. The pandemic tested the resiliency of the Filipino

people despite their weaknesses.
A. durability B. elasticity C. stability D. strength
13. During these trying times, communication is very vital to
relay accurate information relative to the issue to carry out
solutions easily.
A. active B. crucial C. important D. lively

14. I am bedazzled watching sunset at the beach. Likewise, I

am overwhelmed looking at the bright stars with the moon at
night.
A. blinded B. confused C. amazed D. puzzled

15. One’s self can be his own foe, the greatest adversary he
has to face.
A. attacker B. bandit C. contestant D.
enemy
16. Quarantine is separation, detention, and seclusion.
A. circumstance B. condition C. isolation D.
situation

17. Sibling rivalry should be discouraged among brothers

and sisters in the family because it would create unhealthy
relationship among them.
A. competition B. match C. race D.
tournament

18. Every individual is unique. Each one has his/her own

ability, talent, skill, strength and weakness.
A. common B. creative C. distinct D.
single
19. Among the constellations, the ones that I usually
look up at night are Ursa Major, Aries, Leo, Scorpio, and
Orion stars.
A. collection B. group C. package D. set

20. Teenagers’ pertinacity or stubbornness is one of the

problems among parents.
A. determination C. perseverance
B. hardheadedness D. reluctance

21. Fallacy should be corrected right away to avoid

confusion of concepts.
A. deception B. error C. misconception D. mistake
22. To sacrifice is to give up your happiness, even your
life for others.
A. deduct B. discount C. offer D. slaughter

23. Bashing is an obnoxious act that one should refrain

from doing to avoid getting into trouble.
A. delightful B. offensive C. pleasant D. wonderful

24. Given the time element, the writers are at the

precipice of their emotions ready to burst out due to
fatigue.
A. cliff B. height C. mountain D. peak
25. Each of us is a creation of our experiences. Who
we are today is the opus of our journey.
A. composition B. music C. piece
D. product
Quiz #2 - Context
Clues

ANSWER
1. Governments in some parts of the world set their focus on
the doldrums of environmental degradation, instead of the
threats of the present pandemic.
A. delight B. despair C. joy D. trust

2. Our family always have a fleeting idea of going to

Siargao Island, but we know it will take some time given the
present health crisis.
A. constant B. endless C. long D. sudden

3. An oracle is said to have the ability to foresee the future.

A. diviner B. fortune-teller C. priest D.
scientist
4. People who are despicable should not be avoided,
instead they should be loved.
A. good B. kind C. mean D. nice

5. I grew up learning to assert my rights and not to be

cowed by other people’s intimidation.
A. comforted B. helped C. pleased D.
scared

6. It was an awful day – horrible and dreadful for the

third time, the casting of the great bell was unsuccessful.
A. fearful B. foul C. happy D. nasty
7. Kouan Yu might think that the result of the making of the
great bell for the third and last time was much more likely an
egregious failure because of what happened to his daughter.
A. glaring B. grievous C. scandalous D. shameful

8. His animosity or ill-feeling because of what happened to his

daughter was so great.
A. anger B. bitterness C. hate D. malice

9. Wild with his grief, he felt deep remorse and would have
leaped in after his daughter, but strong men held him back.
A. guilt B. regret C. shame D. sorrow
10. How the blending with the well-blended brass and gold,
with the intermingling of the silver and the iron after Ko-
Ngai leaped, was a conundrum, a puzzle that's difficult to
solve.
A. mystery B. problem C. query D. question

11. At the end of the 21st century, this pandemic will still
be remembered because of its big effect to humanity like
the Spanish Influenza in 1918.
A. 10 years B. 50 years C.100 years D. 1,000 years

12. The pandemic tested the resiliency of the Filipino

people despite their weaknesses.
A. durability B. elasticity C. stability D. strength
13. During these trying times, communication is very vital to
relay accurate information relative to the issue to carry out
solutions easily.
A. active B. crucial C. important D. lively

14. I am bedazzled watching sunset at the beach. Likewise, I

am overwhelmed looking at the bright stars with the moon at
night.
A. blinded B. confused C. amazed D. puzzled

15. One’s self can be his own foe, the greatest adversary he
has to face.
A. attacker B. bandit C. contestant D.
enemy
16. Quarantine is separation, detention, and seclusion.
A. circumstance B. condition C. isolation D.
situation

17. Sibling rivalry should be discouraged among brothers

and sisters in the family because it would create unhealthy
relationship among them.
A. competition B. match C. race D.
tournament

18. Every individual is unique. Each one has his/her own

ability, talent, skill, strength and weakness.
A. common B. creative C. distinct D.
single
19. Among the constellations, the ones that I usually
look up at night are Ursa Major, Aries, Leo, Scorpio, and
Orion stars.
A. collection B. group C. package D. set

20. Teenagers’ pertinacity or stubbornness is one of the

problems among parents.
A. determination C. perseverance
B. hardheadedness D. reluctance

21. Fallacy should be corrected right away to avoid

confusion of concepts.
A. deception B. error C. misconception D. mistake
22. To sacrifice is to give up your happiness, even your
life for others.
A. deduct B. discount C. offer D. slaughter

23. Bashing is an obnoxious act that one should refrain

from doing to avoid getting into trouble.
A. delightful B. offensive C. pleasant D. wonderful

24. Given the time element, the writers are at the

precipice of their emotions ready to burst out due to
fatigue.
A. cliff B. height C. mountain D. peak
25. Each of us is a creation of our experiences. Who
we are today is the opus of our journey.
A. composition B. music C. piece
D. product