Context Clues

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that has the opposite meaning as another word.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the purpose of context clues?

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To help find the meaning of words.

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What is a synonym context clue?

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The author uses one word near the unfamiliar word that has a similar meaning.

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What is an antonym context clue?

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The unfamiliar word is the opposite of another word in the sentence.

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What signal words indicate an antonym context clue?

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However, although, on the other hand, but.

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What is a definition context clue?

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The author provides a direct explanation of the unfamiliar word.

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What is an example context clue?

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The author gives an example to help explain the unfamiliar word.

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How can context clues improve reading comprehension?

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They help readers infer the meanings of unknown words, enhancing understanding of the text.