Contextual clues grade 5

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What does 'frugal' mean?

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Economical; careful with money.

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What does 'vigilant' mean?

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Watchful; alert to danger.

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What does 'famished' mean?

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Extremely hungry.

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What does 'introvert' mean?

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Shy and quiet.

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What does 'disdain' mean?

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Hatred; a feeling of contempt.

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What are contextual clues?

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

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How can you identify contextual 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 'economical'?

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Frugal.

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What is an antonym for 'watchful'?

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Negligent.

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What is a synonym for 'extremely hungry'?

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Famished.