Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found within a sentence or paragraph that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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What does the word 'queasy' mean in the context of feeling sick?

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In this context, 'queasy' means feeling sick or nauseous.

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What does the word 'preoccupied' suggest about the boy's attention?

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'Preoccupied' suggests that the boy is distracted or focused on something else, in this case, the pretty flowers.

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What is 'kindling' used for?

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'Kindling' refers to small sticks or twigs used to start a fire.

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What does 'acute' mean when describing an elephant's hearing?

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'Acute' means sharp or highly sensitive, indicating that the elephant can hear very well.

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What does the term 'terrain' refer to?

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'Terrain' refers to the physical features of a piece of land, including its shape and vegetation.

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How can context clues help in understanding the word 'sick'?

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Context clues in the sentence indicate that after eating too much, Benjamin felt 'queasy', which suggests he felt 'sick'.

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What is an example of a context clue in a sentence?

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In the sentence 'The weather was so hot that I felt like I was melting,' the phrase 'felt like I was melting' helps understand the meaning of 'hot'.

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What is the difference between 'occupied' and 'preoccupied'?

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'Occupied' means being busy with something, while 'preoccupied' means being distracted or focused on something else.