Context Clues Practice

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What are context clues?

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

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What does the word 'grueling' mean in the context of a long hike?

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'Grueling' means very tiring or exhausting.

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What does 'parched' mean?

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'Parched' means extremely thirsty.

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What does 'tragic' refer to in a story?

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'Tragic' refers to something that causes great sadness or disaster.

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What is an 'aroma'?

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An 'aroma' is a pleasant smell, often associated with food.

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What does 'appalled' mean?

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'Appalled' means shocked or disgusted.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues can provide hints about the meaning of unknown words, making it easier to comprehend the text.

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Give an example of a context clue in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'The cake was so sweet that I felt a sugar rush,' the phrase 'sugar rush' helps understand that the cake is very sweet.

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What is the importance of understanding vocabulary in reading?

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Understanding vocabulary is crucial for comprehension, as it allows readers to grasp the meaning of the text.

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What are synonyms?

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Synonyms are words that have similar meanings.