Context Clues Practice

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What does the word 'grueling' mean?

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Tiring or exhausting.

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What does 'foliage' refer to?

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Leaves of plants, especially trees.

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What does 'parched' mean?

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Extremely thirsty.

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What does 'tragic' mean?

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Causing great sadness or disaster.

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What does 'brutal' mean?

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Harsh or severe.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help you understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, or examples that provide hints about the word's meaning.

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What is a synonym for 'tiring'?

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Exhausting.

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What is an antonym for 'harsh'?

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Gentle.

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What does it mean to infer meaning from context?

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To deduce or conclude information based on surrounding text.