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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What does 'irrational' mean in the context of behavior?

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Unreasonable or not based on clear thinking.

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What does 'condone' mean?

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To allow or accept something that is usually considered wrong.

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What does 'authenticate' mean?

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To verify or confirm the identity of someone.

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What does 'encompass' mean?

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To include or cover all aspects of something.

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What does 'abbreviate' mean?

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To shorten a word or phrase.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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They provide hints about the meaning of unknown words.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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They help improve reading comprehension and vocabulary.

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Give an example of a context clue.

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Using the sentence: 'The weather was so hot, I felt like I was in a sauna.' The phrase 'like I was in a sauna' helps understand that 'hot' means very warm.

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What is a synonym for 'unreasonable'?

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Irrational.