Context Clues Review

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What type of clues are used when comparing something opposite?

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Antonyms

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What does the word 'depleting' mean in the context: 'We are depleting the Earth's reserves of oil.'?

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using up

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What does the word 'congested' mean in the context: 'The parking lot was so congested, it took half an hour to get out.'?

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crowded

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Based on context clues, what does 'migrate' mean in the context: 'Many Northern birds migrate for the winter.'?

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Move away

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What does 'eliminate' mean in the context: 'Please eliminate the blank lines between the pictures.'?

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Delete

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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 is an antonym?

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A word that means the opposite of another word.

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What is a synonym?

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

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How can examples serve as context clues?

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Examples provide specific instances that clarify the meaning of a word or concept.

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What is the purpose of definitions in context clues?

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Definitions explain the meaning of a word directly within the text.