Practice - Macmillan/McGraw-Hill

Name
Look for context clues to help you define the underlined word in
each sentence. Then write the meaning of the underlined word on
the line provided.
1. Many species, or kinds, of rattlesnake are found in the United States.
Practice
Vocabulary Strategy:
Context Clues
2. A rattlesnake shoots venom, or poison, through its fangs when it bites.
3. Rattlers blend in with their surroundings because their dull colors and
patchy skin match their environment.
4. The fangs of a rattlesnake fold away when they’re unnecessary, or not
needed.
5. Rattlesnakes use pits, or dents, on their heads to sense the body heat of
other animals.
6. When a rattlesnake shakes its tail, the rattle vibrates and makes noise.
7. Snakes can move quickly, even though they just slither, or slide, along.
8. Some animals are not bothered, or harmed, by rattlesnake venom.
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As you read, you can use context clues to help you define
unfamiliar words. Context clues restate what unfamiliar
words mean.
Rattlers! • Grade 5/Unit 2
At Home: Write sentences using the following vocabulary
words: predators, alert, and lunging. Make sure each
sentence includes context clues.
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