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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What does 'vintage' mean?

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Classic or of high quality, often referring to items from the past.

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What does 'emaciated' mean?

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Very thin, especially because of illness or lack of food.

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What does 'coherent' mean?

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Logical and easy to understand.

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What does 'flagrantly' mean?

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In a way that is very obvious or noticeable.

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What does 'slovenly' mean?

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Messy or careless in appearance or habits.

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How can context clues help you?

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They can help you figure out the meaning of new words without using a dictionary.

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Give an example of a context clue.

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If you read 'The dog was emaciated, looking very thin and weak,' the phrase 'looking very thin and weak' helps you understand 'emaciated'.

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What is a synonym for 'classic'?

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Vintage.

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What is a synonym for 'thin'?

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Emaciated.