Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension.

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What does the word 'instability' mean in the context of Bob's life?

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Never stable.

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What does 'perturbed' mean based on the context of Tonya's father?

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Sounding annoyed.

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What does 'adamant' mean in Luis's insistence?

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Stubborn.

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What does 'meticulously' imply about how they searched?

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Working very carefully.

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What does 'ecstatic' mean in the context of the baby's birth?

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Excited.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for descriptive words or phrases that provide hints about the meaning of unknown words.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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In the sentence 'She was so tired that she could barely keep her eyes open,' the phrase 'barely keep her eyes open' suggests she is very tired.

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What is a synonym for 'perturbed'?

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Disturbed or upset.