In this Grade 3 worksheet, students explore example context clues by noticing signal phrases such as 'such as', 'like', and 'for example' that introduce helpful lists. Each question asks learners to fix sentences, fill in missing signal words, or decide if a statement about example clues is true or false. The examples cover fruits, animals, and everyday Grade 3 topics so kids can connect clues to familiar ideas. Clear hints and explanations help students master example clues with real confidence.
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Context Clues
Part A: Fix the Sentence
Each sentence has an error. Rewrite it correctly on the line.
1. Fix the sentence:
I love citrus fruits.
Rewrite: I love citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and limes.
2. Fix the sentence:
We saw many reptiles at the zoo.
Rewrite: We saw many reptiles, like snakes, lizards, and turtles, at the zoo.
3. Fix the sentence:
She plays percussion instruments in the band.
Rewrite: She plays percussion instruments, for example drums and cymbals, in the band.
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. I love citrus fruits, such as oranges and lemons.
2. We saw reptiles, like snakes and turtles, at the zoo today.
3. Dairy foods, for example, include milk, cheese, and yogurt.
4. Pets such as hamsters and rabbits need fresh water every day.
Part C: True or False?
Read each statement. Circle True or False.
1. 'Such as' is a signal phrase that introduces example clues in Grade 3 reading.
True False
2. Example clues never use the word 'like' before a list.
True False
3. The phrase 'for example' can help Grade 3 readers find example clues.
True False
Context Clues
★ Part A: Fix the Sentence
Each sentence has an error. Rewrite it correctly on the line.
1) Fix the sentence:
I love citrus fruits.
Rewrite: I love citrus fruits, such as oranges, lemons, and limes.
2) Fix the sentence:
We saw many reptiles at the zoo.
Rewrite: We saw many reptiles, like snakes, lizards, and turtles, at the zoo.
3) Fix the sentence:
She plays percussion instruments in the band.
Rewrite: She plays percussion instruments, for example drums and cymbals, in the band.
★ Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1) I love citrus fruits, such as oranges and lemons.
2) We saw reptiles, like snakes and turtles, at the zoo today.
3) Dairy foods, for example, include milk, cheese, and yogurt.
4) Pets such as hamsters and rabbits need fresh water every day.
★ Part C: True or False?
Read each statement. Circle True or False.
1) 'Such as' is a signal phrase that introduces example clues in Grade 3 reading.
True
False
2) Example clues never use the word 'like' before a list.
True
False
3) The phrase 'for example' can help Grade 3 readers find example clues.
True
False
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