Context Clues and Analogies

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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What is an analogy?

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An analogy is a comparison between two different things that highlights a similarity between them, often used to explain a concept.

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What does 'obsolete' mean?

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Obsolete means something that is no longer in use or has fallen out of date.

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What does 'abolished' mean?

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Abolished means to formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.

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What is a synonym for 'reward'?

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A synonym for reward is 'prize' or 'benefit'.

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What is an antonym for 'easy'?

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An antonym for easy is 'difficult'.

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How can context clues help in reading?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, making it easier to understand the overall message of the text.

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What is the relationship in the analogy 'Now: Later'?

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The relationship is that 'later' is the opposite of 'now', indicating a time difference.

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What is the relationship in the analogy 'Reward: Good'?

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The relationship is that a reward is something good that is given in response to a positive action.

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What is the opposite of 'outdated'?

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The opposite of outdated is 'modern' or 'current'.