Context Clues

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What does the word 'rummage' mean?

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search

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What is the meaning of the word 'marsh'?

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Wet land

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What does the word 'defeat' most likely mean?

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beat

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What does the word 'gloomy' mean?

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cloudy

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What does the word 'elated' mean?

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happy

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What are context clues?

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

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations surrounding the unfamiliar word.

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What is a synonym for 'defeat'?

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overcome

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What is an antonym for 'gloomy'?

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cheerful

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

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Definition context clue