Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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What does the word 'distinct' mean?

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Distinct means clearly different or unique.

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What is a synonym for 'dispute'?

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A synonym for dispute is disagreement.

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What does 'balked' mean in the context of a pony?

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Balked means refused to move or act.

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What is a synonym for 'lofty'?

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A synonym for lofty is high.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues help by providing additional information that clarifies the meaning of difficult words or phrases.

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What is an example of using context clues?

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If a sentence says, 'The weather was so frigid that we had to wear heavy coats,' the word 'frigid' can be understood as very cold.

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What does the word 'catch' mean in the sentence 'Can you catch the baseball?'

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In this context, 'catch' means to grab or intercept something that is thrown.

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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 it mean to infer meaning from context?

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To infer meaning from context means to deduce or conclude information based on the surrounding text.