Articulation /r/ and context clues

The details in the text reveal the character’s true feelings about the situation.

The author includes specific examples to reinforce the main idea, making the argument stronger.

The explanation helped resolve the confusion about the passage’s meaning.

The historian described the ruler as merciless, noting his lack of compassion toward those who opposed him.

The teacher asked students to rephrase the paragraph, or explain it again using their own words.

The committee considered several options before reaching a firm decision that could not be easily

The outcome of the experiment, or final result, surprised the class.

The author’s tone becomes somber as the passage shifts from hope to quiet reflection.

Students used context clues to reconstruct the meaning of the word they did not know.

The author includes a counterargument to strengthen credibility by acknowledging opposing viewpoints.

The evidence presented was relevant to the topic and directly supported the author’s claim.

Despite the compelling evidence, the speaker’s argument remained circular, repeating the same claim without offering new support.

The scientist provided a thorough explanation, addressing every variable involved in the experiment.

The narrator’s sarcastic remark suggested the opposite of what was stated on the surface.

The example sentence provided a helpful reference, guiding the reader toward the correct meaning.

The character’s reluctant acceptance revealed that he agreed only after significant pressure.

Based on the clues in the sentence, the reader can recognize the meaning of the unfamiliar word.

When asked to reflect on the story, students were expected to think carefully about its message.