Context Clues

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What is the definition of an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What is the purpose of context clues?

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The purpose of context clues is to help find the meaning of words.

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What type of context clue is indicated by the opposite of another word in the sentence?

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Antonym (contrast) context clue.

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What signal words indicate a synonym context clue?

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Signal words for synonym context clues include 'that is', 'in other words', or '...'.

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How can you identify a definition context clue?

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You can identify a definition context clue by looking for a comma, a dash, or parentheses.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.

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Give an example of a sentence using context clues to define a word.

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In the sentence 'The arboreal creature, which lives in trees, is a squirrel,' 'arboreal' is defined by the context clue 'which lives in trees'.

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What is a context clue?

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A context clue is a word or phrase in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What is the difference between a synonym and an antonym?

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A synonym has a similar meaning to another word, while an antonym has the opposite meaning.

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What are some examples of context clues?

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Examples of context clues include definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and examples.