Using context clues

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What does 'perched' mean?

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sitting on a branch or high place.

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What does 'ruby-colored' mean?

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red.

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What does 'delicate' mean?

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fragile or easily broken.

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What does 'disgusting' mean?

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gross or unpleasant.

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What does 'damaged' mean?

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wrecked or harmed.

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What are context clues?

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Hints in the text that help you understand the meaning of a word.

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How can you find the meaning of an unknown word?

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Look for context clues in the surrounding sentences.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or description that helps explain a word.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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It helps you understand what you read better.

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What does 'fragile' mean?

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easily broken or damaged.