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Using the clues that pictures, headings, and captions provide, you will be able to identify the meaning of unfamiliar words in an authentic passage of text.
Pre-test Results
Pre-test Results
What does the word “eau” mean”?
a) the Mediterranean Sea : “La mer Mediterranée” is indeed mentioned in the text, however the photo relates to everything in the text.
b) fun: While the person in the photo does seem to be having fun, ask yourself why the publisher chose this particular photo. Consider the words that are associated with the photo in the text as well.
c) water: Correct answer: “Eau” does indeed mean water. The photo and the text all relate to water.
d) kayaking: While Kayaking is shown in the photo and mentioned in the text, it is theme on topic of the text.
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PRactice Question
PRactice Question
Read the passage to the right. Use the strategies presented in the lesson above to negotiate the meaning of the unfamiliar words.
La sabar, la cora, le djembé and le balafon are examples of :
a) Senegalese poets, singers and musicians
b) Oral traditions
c) types of traditional Senegalese instruments
(DeMado et al., 2008, p. 374)
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