Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found within a sentence or paragraph that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What does the word 'mournful' mean?

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Mournful means feeling or expressing sadness or grief.

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What does the word 'shrouded' mean?

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Shrouded means covered or concealed.

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What does the word 'famished' mean?

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Famished means extremely hungry.

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What does the word 'dependable' mean?

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Dependable means trustworthy and reliable.

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What does the word 'palatial' mean?

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Palatial means resembling a palace; magnificent and spacious.

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How can you use context clues to determine the meaning of a word?

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You can look for synonyms, antonyms, or descriptive phrases in the surrounding text.