Download Context Clues3 - Arizonans for Children

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Context Clues Practice!
Directions: Read the paragraphs below. After each paragraph you will be asked to find the definitions, or
meanings of the underlined, bold words in the sentence. Use the context clues you have learned about to
find the definitions of the words. Underline the context clue in the sentence you find the definition of the word
in. Write each answer as a complete sentence.
The earth is composed, or made up of, three main layers. The outermost layer of the Earth which is cracked into large pieces is called the crust. The
layer beneath the crust which is made up of hot solid, and liquid rocks is called the mantle. The core is the innermost layer of the Earth and is made
of very hot, heavy metals.
1. What does the word composed mean?
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2. What is the definition of crust?
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3. What does the word mantle mean?
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4. What is the definition of the word core?
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