English Language Arts
Grade 4
15 min
Which sentence matches the definition?
Which sentence matches the definition?
What you'll learn
- Identify at least 8 out of 10 examples of complete sentences, fragments, and run-on sentences correctly.
- Explain the difference between a complete sentence, a fragment, and a run-on sentence in their own words.
- Correct 3 out of 5 run-on sentences by separating them into two or more complete sentences, or by using a conjunction correctly.
- Rewrite 3 out of 5 sentence fragments to create complete sentences by adding missing subjects or verbs.
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Introduction & Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
Identify that a single word can have more than one meaning.
Use context clues within a sentence to determine the intended meaning of a word.
Select the sentence that correctly uses a word according to a given definition.
Explain how surrounding words help clarify a word's meaning.
Differentiate between two meanings of the same word in different sentences.
Write two separate sentences for a multiple-meaning word, each using a different definition.
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Key Concepts & Vocabulary
TermDefinitionExample
Multiple-Meaning WordA word that is spelled and pronounced the same but has more than one definition.The word 'bat' can mean a flying mammal or a piece of equipment used in baseball.
DefinitionThe exact meaning of a word.One definition of 'cold' is 'having a low temperature'.
ContextThe other words and sentences that are around a specific word.In the sentence 'Please close the door,' the word 'close' provides context for 'door'.
Context CluesHints found within a sentence or paragraph that a reader can use to understand the meanings of unfamiliar or multiple-meaning words.In 'The seal balanced a ball on its nose,' the words 'balanced' and 'nose' are clues that 'seal' is...
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Key Rules & Conventions
The Context Clue Detective Rule
Read the whole sentence, not just the word.
To find the correct meaning, you must look for clues in the words surrounding the multiple-meaning word. These clues will point you to the right definition.
The Definition Match-Up Rule
Substitute the definition for the word in the sentence.
After reading the sentence, try replacing the multiple-meaning word with the definition you are given. If the sentence still makes sense, you have found the correct match.
The Part of Speech Check
Check if the word is used as a noun, verb, or adjective.
Sometimes, different meanings of a word are different parts of speech. For example, 'watch' can be a noun (something you wear on your wrist) or a verb (to look at something).
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Challenging
Which sentence uses the word 'run' to match this definition: a continuous series of performances of a play, opera, or other show?
A.The popular new musical had a successful run on Broadway for over a year.
B.I have to run to the store to get some milk before it closes.
C.small run in her stocking grew larger throughout the day.
D.The politician will run for office in the next election.
Challenging
Which sentence uses the word 'strike' to match this definition: to discover a source of a natural resource, such as oil or gold, by digging or drilling?
A.The clock began to strike twelve, signaling midnight.
B.The workers decided to strike for better pay and working conditions.
C.After months of searching, the prospectors finally managed to strike gold.
D.In baseball, if you swing and miss three times, it's a strike.
Challenging
Which sentence uses the word 'address' to match this definition: to think about and begin to deal with an issue or problem?
A.Please write your home address clearly on the top line.
B.The package has the wrong address, so it will be returned.
C.The principal will address the students at the assembly tomorrow morning.
D.Before we can move forward, we must address the concerns of the community.
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