Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found within a sentence or paragraph 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 the word 'parched' mean in the context of drinking water?

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'Parched' means extremely thirsty.

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What does the word 'novice' mean in the context of a soccer player?

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'Novice' means a beginner or someone who is new to a particular activity.

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What does the word 'bark' mean in the context of a tree?

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In this context, 'bark' refers to the outer covering of a tree.

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What does 'conspicuous' mean?

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'Conspicuous' means easily noticed or attracting attention.

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What is the meaning of 'apiarists'?

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'Apiarists' refers to beekeepers, individuals who keep and care for bees.

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How can you use context clues to determine the meaning of a word?

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You can look for synonyms, antonyms, or descriptive phrases in the surrounding text.