Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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What does the word 'monotonous' mean?

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Monotonous means boring or repetitive, doing the same thing over and over.

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What does 'gargantuan' mean?

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Gargantuan means huge or gigantic in size.

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What does 'stationary' mean?

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Stationary means staying in one place, not moving.

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What does 'perturbed' mean?

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Perturbed means feeling anxious or unsettled; disturbed.

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What does 'sweltered' mean?

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Sweltered means to suffer from oppressive heat; to be very hot.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words by using surrounding words and sentences.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the sentence.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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Using context clues is important because it enhances comprehension and vocabulary skills.

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What type of context clue is a definition?

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A definition context clue explains the meaning of a word directly within the text.