Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What does 'feeble' mean in the context of an excuse?

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'Feeble' means weak or lacking strength, indicating that the excuse is not convincing.

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What does 'deferred' mean?

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'Deferred' means delayed or postponed to a later time.

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What does 'sweltered' mean in the context of campers?

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'Sweltered' means to suffer from extreme heat, indicating discomfort.

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What does 'stationary' mean?

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'Stationary' means not moving or staying in one place.

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What does 'garrulous' mean?

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'Garrulous' means excessively talkative, especially about trivial matters.

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How can context clues help with vocabulary?

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Context clues can provide hints about a word's meaning through surrounding words, phrases, or sentences.