Contextual Clues

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What are contextual clues?

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

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What does 'tenacious' mean?

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Tenacious means determined or persistent in holding on to something.

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What does 'forlornly' mean?

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Forlornly means pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely.

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What does 'devastated' mean?

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Devastated means distressed or overwhelmed by grief or shock.

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What are synonyms?

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Synonyms are words that have similar meanings.

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What does 'relentless' mean?

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Relentless means persistent or unyielding, often in a harsh or cruel way.

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What does 'defiant' mean?

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Defiant means showing resistance or disobedience.

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How can you use contextual clues to guess the meaning of a word?

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You can look for words or phrases around the unfamiliar word that provide hints about its meaning.

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What is the purpose of using synonyms in writing?

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Using synonyms can enhance writing by avoiding repetition and adding variety.

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What does 'distraught' mean?

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Distraught means deeply upset and agitated.