Context Clues

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What is the definition of 'antonym'?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What is a 'synonym'?

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A word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the purpose of context clues?

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To help find the meaning of words.

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What is a 'definition context clue'?

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A context clue that provides the meaning of an unfamiliar word, often introduced by a comma, dash, or parentheses.

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What is an 'example context clue'?

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A context clue that provides an example to help explain the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What is an 'antonym context clue'?

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A context clue that shows the opposite meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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How can you identify a synonym context clue?

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Look for a word nearby that has a similar meaning to the unfamiliar word.

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What punctuation marks can indicate a definition context clue?

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A comma, a dash, or parentheses.

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What is a 'contrast clue'?

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A type of context clue that shows how two words or ideas are different.