R180 2.13 Context Clues

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What does 'feigning' mean?

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Faking or pretending, especially to avoid something.

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What does 'palatial' mean?

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Like a palace; large and beautiful.

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What does 'versatile' mean?

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Having many abilities; able to adapt to different functions.

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What does 'shrouded' mean?

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Covered or concealed.

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What does 'distraught' mean?

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Upset or deeply agitated.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help deduce the meaning of unknown words.

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How can you identify context clues?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations in the surrounding text.

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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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What is an antonym?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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Why is understanding context important?

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It helps in comprehending the overall meaning of a text and enhances vocabulary.