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 'portable' mean in the context of an object?

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Movable; able to be easily carried or transported.

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What does 'elaborate' mean?

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To expand on a topic or provide more details.

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What does 'disregard' mean?

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To ignore or not pay attention to something.

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What does 'irrational' mean?

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Unreasonable; not based on clear thinking or logic.

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What does 'resolve' mean in a conflict?

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To fix or settle an issue.

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How can context clues help in reading?

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They provide hints that help readers infer the meaning of unknown words.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the sentence.

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

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It improves reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.

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What is a synonym for 'huge'?

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Very large or enormous.