Context Clue Practice #1

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What does 'garrulous' mean?

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talkative

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What does 'accolades' mean?

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praise

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What does 'spell' mean in the context of needing to sit for a spell?

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A short, indefinite period of time.

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What does 'apprehensive' mean?

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worried

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What does 'sweltered' mean in the context of lost campers in the heat?

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burned

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What is a context clue?

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A hint or suggestion in a sentence that helps to understand the meaning of a word.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations surrounding the unknown word.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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To help readers infer the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does 'exhausted' mean?

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very tired.

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What does 'secretive' mean?

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keeping secrets; not revealing information.