Context Clues

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What does the word 'incredulously' mean?

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Skeptically; in a manner indicating disbelief.

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What does the word 'incognito' mean?

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Concealing one's identity; in disguise.

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What does the word 'dwindling' mean?

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Lessening; gradually decreasing.

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What does the word 'tactile' mean?

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Relating to the sense of touch; involving physical interaction.

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What does the word 'futile' mean?

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Useless; having no useful result.

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What is the importance of context clues in understanding vocabulary?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unfamiliar words based on surrounding text.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations that provide hints about the word's meaning.

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What is a synonym for 'skeptically'?

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Doubtfully; with hesitation.

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What is an example of a tactile learning activity?

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Hands-on experiments or simulations that engage the sense of touch.

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What is the opposite of 'futile'?

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Effective; producing a desired result.