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Using context clues is an important skill when mastering reading comprehension. A cloze activity prompts learners to read each sentence in a short passage and fill in the blanks, based on what the rest of the sentence says.
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Instructional Ideas
- Add to a reading assessment when finding the correct reading level for each learner
- Include in a homework packet for the week
- Have kids write their own stories with certain words left out, and see if their peers can complete the activity
- Introduce the worksheet with a fun activity featuring Mad Libs
Classroom Considerations
- Does not include a word bank, which will make the activity more challenging for learners, but may give you a more accurate idea of reading level
- May be difficult to assess, given the range of possibilities for each blank space; consider creating a rubric or general answer key to help you properly assess each passage
Pros
- A strong way to ensure that kids are using context clues to define unfamiliar words or to understand what they are reading
- Automatically differentiates between reading levels by offering opportunities for basic or advanced vocabulary within each sentence
Cons
- None