Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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What does 'irritated' mean in the context of Mary being teased?

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Irritated means feeling annoyed or angry.

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What does 'attractive' mean in the context of the woman's dress?

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Attractive means pleasing or appealing to look at; beautiful.

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What does 'afraid' mean when Meg watches a scary movie?

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Afraid means feeling fear or being scared.

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What does 'glum' mean when Andy sees his work?

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Glum means feeling sad or gloomy.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a descriptive word or phrase that gives hints about the meaning of another word.

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How can context clues help you while reading?

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Context clues can help you figure out the meaning of unknown words without needing to look them up.

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What does 'aroma' mean in the context of food?

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Aroma means a pleasant smell, especially from food.

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What is a synonym for 'happy'?

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A synonym for happy is 'joyful'.

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What is an antonym for 'angry'?

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An antonym for angry is 'calm'.