6th Grade Context Clues

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What is a context clue?

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A context clue is a word or phrase in a sentence that helps you understand the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What does the word 'edifice' mean?

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Large building.

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What context clues can help you understand the word 'sweltered'?

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Words like 'heat' indicate that 'sweltered' means to suffer from extreme heat.

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What does 'volcanic' mean in the context of heat?

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It means hot.

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What is the meaning of 'accolades'?

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Praise.

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What does 'potential' mean in the context of causes?

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Possible.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for words or phrases that provide hints about the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What is an example of a synonym for 'heat'?

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Warmth.

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What does the word 'stresses' refer to in the context of potential causes?

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It refers to pressures or strains that can affect something.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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To help readers infer the meaning of unknown words.