Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does the word 'trample' mean?

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To step on something heavily, causing damage.

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What does the word 'cautious' mean?

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Being careful to avoid danger or mistakes.

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What does the word 'conceal' mean?

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To hide something from view.

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What does the word 'rummage' mean?

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To search through something in a messy or hurried way.

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What does the word 'defeat' mean?

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To win against someone in a game or competition.

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How can context clues help you?

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They can help you figure out the meaning of new words without using a dictionary.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

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Understanding context clues improves reading comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a synonym for 'cautious'?

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Careful.