Context Clues

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What does 'local' mean in the context of food sourcing?

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Local means near our home.

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What type of context clue is used when a word is described using another word with a similar meaning?

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Synonym.

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What type of context clue is used when a word is defined within the sentence?

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Definition.

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In the sentence 'Running is not allowed in the school hallways', is the underlined word used correctly?

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Yes, 'allowed' is used correctly.

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has a similar meaning to another word.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?

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They provide hints or information that can help deduce the meaning of the word.

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What is a context clue?

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A word or phrase in a text that helps to clarify the meaning of another word.

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What type of context clue is used when examples are provided to explain a word?

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Example.

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What is the purpose of using context clues in reading?

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To enhance comprehension and understanding of the text.