Reading - Context Clues

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What does the term 'genius' imply about a person's abilities?

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A genius is someone who is exceptionally intelligent or talented, often achieving high scores or success in academic or creative endeavors.

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What is the meaning of 'envious'?

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Envious refers to a feeling of discontent or covetousness with regard to another's advantages, success, or possessions; it is synonymous with jealousy.

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What does 'contaminate' mean in a scientific context?

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To contaminate means to make something impure or unclean by introducing harmful substances or pollutants, especially in a laboratory setting.

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Define 'ingredients' in the context of cooking.

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Ingredients are the individual components or items that are combined to create a dish, such as sugar, milk, and flour in a recipe.

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What does 'impede' mean?

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To impede means to obstruct or hinder progress or movement, making it slower or more difficult.

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How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?

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Context clues are hints or information provided in the surrounding text that help readers infer the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the role of synonyms in understanding vocabulary?

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Synonyms are words that have similar meanings and can help clarify the meaning of a word by providing alternative expressions.

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Explain the importance of reading comprehension in academic success.

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Reading comprehension is crucial for understanding and interpreting texts, which is essential for learning, critical thinking, and academic performance.

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What strategies can be used to identify context clues in a text?

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Strategies include looking for definitions, examples, antonyms, or explanations within the text that provide insight into the meaning of unknown words.

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What is the difference between 'jealous' and 'envious'?

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While both terms relate to feelings of discontent regarding others' possessions, jealousy often involves fear of losing something one has, whereas envy is simply wanting what someone else has.