Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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Why are context clues important in reading?

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Context clues help readers infer the meanings of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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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 same sentence or nearby sentences.

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What does the word 'innocuous' mean based on context clues?

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Harmless.

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What does the word 'apex' mean based on context clues?

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Summit.

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What does the word 'crucial' mean based on context clues?

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Extremely important.

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What does the word 'tenuous' mean based on context clues?

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Flimsy.

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What does the word 'deteriorate' mean based on context clues?

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Worsen.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for descriptive words, examples, or explanations that surround the unfamiliar word.

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What is a synonym?

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