Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help you understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does 'occupation' mean?

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A job or profession.

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What does 'urge' mean?

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To strongly encourage someone to do something.

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What does 'gap' mean in the context of a fence?

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An opening or space in something.

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What does 'illuminate' mean?

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To light up or make something brighter.

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What does 'gaze' mean?

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To look at something for a long time.

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How can you find the meaning of a word you don't know?

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Look for context clues in the surrounding text.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or description that helps explain a word.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers understand the text better without needing a dictionary.

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What is a synonym for 'encourage'?

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Urge.