Context Clues

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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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What does 'meticulously' mean?

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Working very carefully and paying attention to detail.

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What does 'grueling' mean?

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Tiring or exhausting.

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What does 'novice' mean?

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A beginner or someone who is new to a particular activity.

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What does 'instability' mean?

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Never stable; a situation where things are uncertain or unpredictable.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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They provide hints that can help readers infer the meaning of unknown words.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Using a synonym or antonym in the sentence to help define a word.

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What does 'spell' mean in the context of time?

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A short, indefinite period of time.

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What is the importance of understanding context clues?

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It enhances reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.

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What is a synonym for 'tiring'?

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Grueling.