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Using Context Clues - AP French Language and Culture Lesson...

AP French Language and Culture

Using Context Clues

Learn Using Context Clues in AP French Language and Culture from the production AIPH study guide.

Study guide topics

Interpersonal Communication Interpretive Communication Presentational Communication Exploring Francophone Cultures Argumentation and Persuasion Synthesis of Authentic Materials Travel and Everyday Situations Using Media and Technology Community and Service Active Vocabulary Building Effective Practice for the AP Exam Organizing Ideas for Speaking and Writing Using Context Clues

Study Strategies

## Unlocking Meaning Without a Dictionary\n\nWhen you encounter unfamiliar words in French, look for hints in the sentence or surrounding text. Pay attention to similar words, pictures, or the topic being discussed. Guess the meaning and check if it fits the context. This skill is especially helpful for reading and listening tasks on the AP exam.

Examples

Figuring out that _“la boulangerie”_ is a bakery because it appears next to words like _pain_ and _croissant_.
Guessing the meaning of _“embouteillage”_ by noticing the conversation is about traffic.