Context Clues

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What is the definition of an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What is the purpose of context clues?

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The purpose of context clues is to help find the meaning of words.

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What signal words indicate an antonym context clue?

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Signal words for antonyms include: however, although, on the other hand, but.

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What is an example of a context clue that provides clarification through an example?

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An example context clue is when an unfamiliar word is clarified by giving an example.

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What type of context clue is indicated by the phrases 'for example' or 'such as'?

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These phrases indicate an example context clue.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.

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What is a homonym?

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A homonym is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning.

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What is a definition context clue?

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A definition context clue explains the meaning of an unfamiliar word directly.

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What is a contrast context clue?

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A contrast context clue provides the meaning of a word by showing how it differs from another word.

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How can context clues improve reading comprehension?

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Context clues can improve reading comprehension by helping readers infer the meanings of unfamiliar words.