Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found within a sentence or paragraph 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, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a synonym?

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

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What does 'withered' mean in the context of plants?

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'Withered' means that the plants have dried up and lost their vitality, often due to lack of water.

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What does 'queasy' mean?

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'Queasy' means feeling sick or uneasy, often in the stomach.

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What does 'apprentice' mean?

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An 'apprentice' is a person who is learning a trade from a skilled employer, often through hands-on experience.

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What does 'preoccupied' mean?

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'Preoccupied' means being distracted or absorbed in thought, often to the point of not noticing what is happening around you.

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What does 'pursued' mean in the context of being chased?

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'Pursued' means to be chased or followed, often with the intent to catch.

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How can you use context clues to determine the meaning of a word?

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You can look at the words and sentences surrounding the unfamiliar word to find hints about its meaning.