8th Grade Context clues

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What is the definition of 'frugal'?

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Thrifty; careful with money.

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What does 'foliage' mean?

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Leaves of plants.

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Which word is not a synonym for 'reverential'?

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Impolite.

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What does 'unfathomable' mean?

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Hard to understand.

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What is the meaning of 'deferred'?

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Delayed.

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What are context clues?

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Hints in the text that help define a difficult word.

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How can you identify synonyms using context clues?

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Look for words with similar meanings in the surrounding text.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that means the opposite of another word.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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They help you understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does 'thrifty' imply about spending habits?

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It means being careful and economical with money.