Types of Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information provided in a sentence or passage that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is a definition context clue?

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A definition context clue explains the meaning of a word directly in the sentence, often using phrases like 'which is' or 'or'.

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Example of a definition context clue:

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In the sentence 'The manager wanted a weekly inspection, which is a methodical examination of all the equipment.', 'inspection' is defined.

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What is a synonym context clue?

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A synonym context clue provides a word with a similar meaning to help clarify the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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In the sentence 'The teacher was very strict, or stern, with her students.', 'stern' is a synonym for 'strict'.

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What is an antonym context clue?

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An antonym context clue gives a word with the opposite meaning to help understand the unfamiliar word.

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In the sentence 'My new puppy Rex is very frolicsome. Rex's mother Lady is very serious and never seems to want to play.', 'serious' is an antonym for 'frolicsome'.

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What is an example context clue?

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An example context clue provides specific instances or examples to clarify the meaning of a word.

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In the sentence 'The Pueblo people grew many crops, such as corn, beans, and squash.', 'corn, beans, and squash' are examples of crops.

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How can context clues improve reading comprehension?

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Context clues help readers infer the meanings of unknown words, enhancing overall understanding of the text.