Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help you understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does 'grueling' mean?

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Tiring or exhausting.

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What does 'severe' mean in the context of punishments?

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Harsh or strict.

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What does 'parched' mean?

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Very thirsty.

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What does 'glum' mean?

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Sad or gloomy.

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What does 'envious' mean?

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Feeling jealous of someone else's possessions or qualities.

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How can you find the meaning of a word using context clues?

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Look at the surrounding words and sentences for hints about the word's meaning.

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Give an example of a context clue.

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In the sentence 'The cake was so delicious that I couldn't resist eating another piece,' the word 'delicious' helps you understand that the cake tastes good.

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What is a synonym for 'tiring'?

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Exhausting.

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What is a synonym for 'harsh'?

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Severe.