Use familiar word parts

Use a taught prefix or suffix to explain a word’s meaning.

1. Underline the base word, mark the added part and check the whole word in its sentence. A word part is a clue, not a replacement for context.
2. Work through the example. Explain how its evidence supports the answer.
3. Try a new question; use the explanation to check your thinking.

Try it together

Try a question with a partner. Before choosing, explain your idea; after choosing, compare it with the explanation.

Underline the base word, mark the added part and check the whole word in its sentence. A word part is a clue, not a replacement for context.