Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help you understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does the word 'malicious' mean?

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Spiteful or intending to cause harm.

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What does 'putrid' mean?

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Rotten or decayed, often with a bad smell.

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What does 'irritated' mean?

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Feeling angry or annoyed.

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What does 'innate' mean?

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Natural; something you are born with.

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What does 'sufficient' mean?

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Enough; adequate for the needs.

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How can context clues help you?

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They can help you figure out the meaning of unknown words.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A sentence that describes how something smells can help you understand the word 'putrid'.

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

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It improves reading comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a synonym for 'friendly'?

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Kind or amiable.