Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found in a text 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, improving comprehension and vocabulary.

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What does the word 'parched' mean in the sentence: 'I was so parched, I drank an entire glass of water in one gulp.'?

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Thirsty.

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What does the word 'conspicuous' mean in the sentence: 'The conspicuous man wore a purple wig and large sunglasses.'?

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Easily noticed.

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What does the word 'alter' mean in the sentence: 'Grandpa didn't know that it was going to rain on the fishing trip, and now he had to alter his plans.'?

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Change.

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What does the word 'reluctant' mean in the sentence: 'Jimmy was reluctant to ride the roller coaster because he was scared.'?

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Unwilling.

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What does the word 'permit' mean in the sentence: 'Greg begged his parents to permit him to watch more television, but they said he had to finish his homework.'?

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Allow.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations that surround the unfamiliar word.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or similar 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.