

Practice Practice using the key words and phrases by completing the following sentences. Then use a dictionary to check your definition. Definition Write down what you think the word or phrase means. Words and Phrases in Context Read to see how the key word or phrase can be used in a sentence. Contrast Clues Chart Word or Phrase Contrast Clues Meaning 94 LEVEL IV, UNIT 2 Differentiated Instruction for ELL EMC Publishing, LLCģ PREVIEW VOCABULARY Key Words and Phrases Read each key word and rate it using this scale: 1 I don t know it at all. As you read, fill in the Contrast Clues Chart below to help you use contrast clues to identify the meaning of difficult words. Contrast clues include signal words such as although, but, however, in spite off, nevertheless, and on the other hand. A contrast clue is a specific kind of context clue used to identify meanings of unfamiliar words. EMC Publishing, LLC Differentiated Instruction for ELL LEVEL IV, UNIT 2 93Ģ USE READING SKILLS: Contrast Clues Contrast clues are words and phrases that show something that contrasts, or differs in meaning, from something else.

As you read, note the words the author uses in the story to describe her eventful flight. For instance, this work Aha Moment could have been titled Epiphany a moment of realization instead. Diction helps define an author s writing style diction can be simple or complex, formal or informal, modern or traditional, coarse or refined. MAKE CONNECTIONS A Narrative by Julia Alvarez What makes you feel connected to people you have never met before? ANALYZE LITERATURE: Diction Diction, in writing, refers to word choice. Read to find out what happens in this possible life-and-death situation. The passengers form a supportive community as each reevaluates the most important things in life. Despite her fear, she offers comfort to a younger passenger, even as a fellow passenger offers her support. 1 Name: Date: BEFORE READING page 207 ABOUT THE NARRATIVE ESSAY Aha Moment shares the author s experience aboard an airplane with engine trouble.
