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 the word 'withered' mean in the context of plants?

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Dried up; lost vitality due to lack of water.

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What does 'acute' mean when describing hearing?

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Sharp; able to hear very well.

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What is 'terrain'?

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The physical features of a piece of land.

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What does 'huffily' imply about someone's tone?

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It suggests the person is speaking in an offended or annoyed manner.

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What does 'preoccupied' mean?

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Distracted; focused on something else.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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They provide hints about the meaning of difficult words or phrases.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence.

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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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What is a synonym for 'distracted'?

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Preoccupied.