Informational Text and Context Clues

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What does the word 'sweltered' mean in the context of the sentence: 'The lost campers sweltered in the heat of the desert sun.'?

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burned

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What type of writing uses words/phrases such as 'because', 'as a result of', and 'due to'?

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cause & effect

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What is the strict meaning of words called?

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literal

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What does the word 'allotted' mean in the context of the sentence: 'Each student was allotted two tickets to the dance.'?

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allowed

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What type of writing includes many adjectives, examples, or characteristics?

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description

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What are context clues?

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Hints or suggestions in the text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the purpose of cause and effect writing?

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To show the relationship between events, where one event (the cause) leads to another event (the effect).

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What does 'figurative language' mean?

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Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

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What is a 'literal' interpretation of a text?

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Understanding the text based on the exact meaning of the words without inferring or interpreting.

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What is the difference between 'technical' and 'figurative' language?

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Technical language is precise and specific, while figurative language uses metaphors and similes to convey meanings.