Context Clue Practice #1

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

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To suffer from extreme heat; to be very hot.

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What does 'allotted' mean in the context of receiving tickets?

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To be given or assigned something, such as tickets.

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What is one meaning of the word 'spell' in the context of time?

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A short, indefinite period of time.

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What does 'stationary' mean in the context of movement?

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Staying in one place; not moving.

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What does 'accolades' mean in the context of receiving praise?

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Awards or expressions of praise.

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What is a context clue?

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A hint or suggestion in the text 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 words or phrases around the unknown word that provide hints about its meaning.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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To help readers understand unfamiliar words without needing a dictionary.

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What does 'burned' imply in the context of campers in the heat?

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To feel intense heat or discomfort.

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What does 'allowed' mean in the context of being given tickets?

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Permitted or granted the opportunity to have something.