Context Clues RL 4.4

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What are context clues?

Back

Words or phrases in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does 'paradise' mean in the context of the sentence?

Back

A perfect place or a state of happiness.

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What is a synonym for 'particle'?

Back

Tiny piece.

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What does 'decline' mean in the context of the sentence?

Back

To decrease or become less.

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What does 'yearned' mean?

Back

To want something very much.

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What does 'seldom' mean?

Back

Not very often.

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How can context clues help in reading?

Back

They help readers infer the meaning of unknown words.

Front

What is an example of a context clue?

Back

A definition or synonym provided in the same sentence.

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

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It improves reading comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a strategy for finding context clues?

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Look for words or phrases around the unfamiliar word.