Vocabulary: Using Context Clues

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What does the word 'lucid' mean in the context of directions?

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Clear and understandable.

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What does 'skittered' mean when describing a mouse's movement?

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To run quickly.

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What does 'jeer' mean in the context of parents reacting to a referee?

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To yell at or speak at rudely.

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What is a synonym for 'grueling' based on the context of a long hike?

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Tiring.

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What does 'vibrant' mean when describing a personality?

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Lively.

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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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How can you identify the meaning of an unknown word using context clues?

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Look for surrounding words or sentences that provide hints about the word's meaning.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A sentence that describes how someone feels can help define an emotion-related word.

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What does it mean if a text is described as 'ambiguous'?

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It is unclear or has multiple meanings.

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What is a synonym for 'diligent'?

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Hardworking.