Context Clues: Antonyms

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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Provide an example of an antonym for 'happy'.

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Sad.

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What does 'loquacious' mean?

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Loquacious means very talkative.

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What is the antonym of 'loquacious'?

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Taciturn, which means not talkative.

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What is the purpose of context clues in reading?

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Context clues help readers understand the meaning of unknown words by using surrounding text.

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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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What does 'eloquent' mean?

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Eloquent means fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing.

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What is the antonym of 'eloquent'?

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Inarticulate, which means unable to express oneself clearly.

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How can you identify an antonym in a sentence?

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Look for words that indicate contrast, such as 'unlike' or 'but'.

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What should you do when you encounter an unknown word while reading?

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Look for clues in the sentence to help determine its meaning.