Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help you understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of new words without needing a dictionary.

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What does 'frigid' mean in the sentence: 'The weather is always frigid at the North Pole.'?

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'Frigid' means freezing.

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What does 'distraught' mean in the sentence: 'The teacher was distraught when her computer wouldn't start.'?

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'Distraught' means upset.

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What does 'uncouth' mean in the sentence: 'That guy is very uncouth and always cuts in line.'?

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'Uncouth' means rude.

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What does 'elated' mean in the sentence: 'Juan was elated when he got an A+ on his math test.'?

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'Elated' means super happy.

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What does 'diligent' mean in the sentence: 'That student is very diligent and always gets his work done on time.'?

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'Diligent' means hard working.

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How can you find context clues in a sentence?

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Look for words or phrases around the unfamiliar word that give hints about its meaning.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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In the sentence 'The puppy was very energetic, always jumping around and playing,' the word 'energetic' can be understood through the actions described.

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What is a synonym for 'frigid'?

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Freezing.