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 'dim' mean in the context of light?

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Low light or not bright.

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What does 'yank' mean when referring to pulling something?

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To pull something with a sudden movement.

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What does 'dab' mean when referring to a small amount?

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A small amount of something, like a little bit of jam.

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What does 'grin' mean?

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To smile broadly.

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What does 'gab' mean in the context of talking?

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To talk or chat, often in a friendly way.

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How can you use context clues to understand a word?

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Look at the words and sentences around the unfamiliar word to find hints about its meaning.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A sentence that describes how something looks or feels, helping you guess its meaning.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers understand the text better without needing to look up every unfamiliar word.

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What does 'colorful' mean?

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Full of colors; bright and vivid.