Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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What does the word 'extensive' mean?

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Large amount.

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What does the word 'distinct' mean?

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Clearly different.

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What is an antonym of 'disperse'?

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Come together.

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What does the word 'dispute' mean?

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Disagreement.

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What does the word 'transient' mean?

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It doesn't last long.

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How can context clues help in reading comprehension?

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They provide hints that help readers infer the meanings of unknown words, enhancing understanding of the text.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A definition provided in the text, such as 'The car was very expensive, costing a large amount of money.'

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What is the purpose of using synonyms as context clues?

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Synonyms can help clarify the meaning of a word by providing a similar word that is easier to understand.

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What is the role of antonyms in context clues?

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Antonyms can help readers understand a word by showing what it is not, providing contrast.