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 unknown words.

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What does 'frightened' mean?

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Scared or afraid.

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What does 'gap' mean in the context of a fence?

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A hole or opening that allows something to pass through.

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What does 'gazed' mean?

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To look at something for a long time.

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What does 'miserable' mean?

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Feeling very unhappy or uncomfortable.

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What does 'aroma' mean?

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A pleasant smell.

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How can context clues help you?

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They help you figure out the meaning of words you don't know.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Using a sentence that describes how someone feels to understand a word.

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What does 'scared' mean?

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Feeling fear or anxiety.

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What does 'hole' mean?

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An opening or gap in a surface.