Context Clues

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has the same meaning as another word.

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What is the purpose of context clues?

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To help find the meaning of words.

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What type of context clue uses signal words like 'however', 'although', 'on the other hand', and 'but'?

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Antonym.

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What is a definition context clue?

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The unknown word is explained by providing the actual definition.

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What is an antonym context clue?

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The unfamiliar word is the opposite of another word in the sentence.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is an example of a synonym context clue?

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Using the word 'happy' to explain 'joyful'.

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How can context clues improve reading comprehension?

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They allow readers to infer meanings of unknown words, enhancing overall understanding.

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What is a sentence that uses context clues effectively?

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The weather was frigid, meaning it was extremely cold.

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What are signal words for synonym context clues?

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Words like 'also', 'similarly', and 'in other words'.