Context Clues Practice 1

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What does 'sudden' mean in the context of a storm?

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Without warning.

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What does 'certain' mean when studying for a test?

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Sure.

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What does 'familiar' mean when you recognize someone?

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Possibly known.

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What does 'exterior' refer to in relation to a house?

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Outside.

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What does 'plain' mean when describing a dress?

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Not decorated.

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What are context clues?

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Hints in the text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of words without using a dictionary.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the sentence.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for words or phrases that give hints about the meaning of the unknown word.

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What does 'damage' mean in the context of a storm?

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Harm or injury caused to something.