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Students can point when they understand the task.
What does Point mean?
to direct attention by extending a finger or object toward something.
Dictionary definition
To direct attention by extending a finger or object toward something.
Example sentences
Point in a sentence
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The directions used point to show what action was needed.
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Using point correctly made the explanation more precise.
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Practice 1
What does point mean?
Point means to direct attention by extending a finger or object toward something.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses point correctly?
The correct sentence uses point in a way that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to point?
Indicate is close in meaning to point.
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WordPoint.
Partverb, noun.
MeaningPoint means to direct attention by extending a finger or object toward something.
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Word family
Point word family
Base word
point
verb
points
Third-person singular form.
verb
pointed
Past-tense form.
verb
pointing
Present participle form.
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Hint for students
to direct attention by extending a finger or object toward something.
Common mix-up
Point is not the same as hide. Point means to direct attention by extending a finger or object toward something.
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Read this model sentence: The directions used point to show what action was needed. Clue words: directions, used, show. Underline clue words that show honesty, directness, or hidden feelings. Now write one new sentence that shows point without using the word point. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show point?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The directions used point to show what action was needed." Why does point fit better than hide?
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