Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

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What does the word 'searing' mean?

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Hot.

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What does the word 'aversion' mean?

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A strong dislike for something.

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What does 'perspiration' mean?

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Sweat.

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What does the word 'destroyed' mean?

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Wrecked.

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How can you find the meaning of a word you don't know?

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Look for context clues in the sentence.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or a description that helps explain a word.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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They help you understand what you read better.

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What does the word 'furious' mean?

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Very angry.

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What does the word 'muddy' mean?

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Covered in mud.