Context Clues

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What does 'dim' mean?

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Low light or brightness.

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What does 'raw' mean?

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Uncooked.

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What does 'dab' mean?

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A little amount.

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What does 'grip' mean?

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To hold something tightly.

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What does 'pit' mean in relation to a peach?

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The seed inside the fruit.

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What are context clues?

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Hints in the text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of words without using a dictionary.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Using a sentence that describes something to understand a new word.

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What does 'bright' mean?

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Having a lot of light; opposite of dim.

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What does 'colorful' mean?

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Full of colors; not related to dim.