Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information provided in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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What is a synonym context clue?

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A synonym context clue is a word or phrase that has a similar meaning to the unfamiliar word, helping to clarify its meaning.

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What is an antonym context clue?

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An antonym context clue is a word or phrase that has the opposite meaning of the unfamiliar word, providing contrast to help understand its meaning.

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What is an example context clue?

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An example context clue provides specific instances or examples that illustrate the meaning of the unfamiliar word.

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What is a definition context clue?

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A definition context clue directly explains the meaning of the unfamiliar word within the text.

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How can context clues improve reading comprehension?

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Context clues help readers infer the meanings of unknown words, enhancing overall understanding of the text.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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The purpose of using context clues is to aid in understanding and interpreting the meaning of unfamiliar words without needing to look them up.

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Identify a synonym context clue in this sentence: 'The weather was *frigid*, meaning it was extremely cold.'

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The phrase 'meaning it was extremely cold' serves as a synonym context clue.

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Identify an antonym context clue in this sentence: 'Unlike his *timid* brother, Jake was very bold.'

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The word 'unlike' indicates that 'bold' is an antonym context clue to 'timid'.

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Provide an example of a sentence using an example context clue.

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'She loves to play musical instruments, such as the piano and guitar.' The phrase 'such as the piano and guitar' is an example context clue.