Context Clue Practice #1

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What does 'allotted' mean?

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allowed

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What does 'depleting' mean?

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using up

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What does 'stationary' mean?

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Staying in one place

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What does 'parched' mean?

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thirsty

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What does 'accolades' mean?

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praise

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What is a context clue?

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A hint or suggestion in a text that helps to understand the meaning of a word.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Using synonyms or antonyms in a sentence.

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What does 'synonym' mean?

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

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What does 'antonym' mean?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.