Context Clues Practice 2

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What does 'alter' mean?

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to change

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What does 'tremendous' mean?

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very large or great amount

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What does 'furious' mean?

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very mad

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What does 'frequently' mean?

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often

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What does 'vast' mean?

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large

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What are context clues?

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Hints in a text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of words without using a dictionary.

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Give an example of a context clue.

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Using the sentence: 'The weather was so cold, I had to wear a heavy coat.' The phrase 'heavy coat' helps understand that 'cold' means low temperature.

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What is a synonym for 'frequently'?

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often

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What is an antonym for 'vast'?

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small