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3.117 Context Clues Definition Signal Worksheet

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This Grade 3 English worksheet provides structured practice on 3.117 Context Clues Definition Signal. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Context Clues: Definition Signal - Use explicit definition clues in surrounding sentences to determine a word’s meaning in context. (CCSS L.3.4; TEKS §110.5 3.3(B); FL B.E.S.T. ELA.3.V.1.3; VA SOL 3.4a)

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English

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery
With a diligent attitude, meaning steady and hard-working, Mei checked every answer twice before turning it in.
What does the word 'diligent' mean as used in the passage?
Amessy
Bcareless
Csteady and hard-working
Dsleepy
Solution & Explanation:The passage gives a definition signal for 'diligent': it directly explains the word as 'steady and hard-working'. Use that stated definition to choose the matching option.
Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery
The chess champion was formidable—very strong and hard to beat—so I planned each move carefully.
What does the word 'formidable' mean as used in the passage?
Aweak and easy to beat
Bfunny
Csmall
Dvery strong and hard to beat
Solution & Explanation:The passage gives a definition signal for 'formidable': it directly explains the word as 'very strong and hard to beat'. Use that stated definition to choose the matching option.
Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery
I had to relinquish, meaning give up, my seat to the guest when the bus filled up.
What does the word 'relinquish' mean as used in the passage?
Agive up
Bkeep forever
Cgrab tightly
Dcreate new
Solution & Explanation:The passage gives a definition signal for 'relinquish': it directly explains the word as 'give up'. Use that stated definition to choose the matching option.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 3 English students. It aligns with educational standard ELA.3.117 (Grade 3 ELA skill practice: Context Clues: Definition Signal.).

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