Nonsense Context Clue Silliness

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What does 'dabbleboo' mean?

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unattractive

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What does 'groot' mean?

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shy

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What is a 'whupwhup'?

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some kind of instrument

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What are 'swishmors'?

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pests

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What does 'flurple' mean?

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hate

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What is the purpose of context clues in reading?

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To help understand the meaning of unknown words.

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What is a nonsense word?

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A made-up word that has no real meaning.

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How can you guess the meaning of a nonsense word?

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By looking at the context in which it is used.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A sentence that describes the situation or feelings of characters.

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Why do authors use nonsense words?

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To create humor or to engage readers' imaginations.