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 'drastic' mean?

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Extreme effect.

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What does the word 'versatile' mean?

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Having many abilities.

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What does the word 'sweltering' mean?

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Very hot.

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What does the word 'shrouded' mean?

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Covered.

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What does the word 'deluge' mean?

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Overwhelmed with a lot of things.

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How can context clues help in reading?

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They provide hints to understand the meaning of difficult words.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Using synonyms or antonyms in a sentence.

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

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It improves reading comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a synonym for 'drastic'?

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Extreme.