Context clues

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What are context clues?

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

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What type of context clue uses opposite words to clarify meaning?

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Antonyms.

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What type of context clue uses similar words to clarify meaning?

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Synonyms.

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What type of context clue provides specific examples to explain a word?

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Examples.

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What type of context clue gives a direct explanation or definition of a word?

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Definition.

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In the sentence 'Brianna was uncertain about the question, but she gave her answer as though she was sure of it,' what type of context clue is used?

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Antonym.

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In the sentence 'The store specializes in cutlery, such as forks and knives,' what type of context clue is being used?

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Example.

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In the sentence 'Violence, whether it is hitting, kicking, or punching, is not tolerated at school,' what type of context clue is used?

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Example.

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What is the purpose of using context clues in reading?

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To help readers infer the meaning of unknown words and enhance comprehension.

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How can recognizing synonyms in a sentence help with understanding?

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It can provide clues to the meaning of an unfamiliar word by relating it to a known word.