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 or phrases.

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What does the word 'extensive' mean?

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Large amount.

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What does the word 'adjacent' mean?

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Next to.

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What is a 'fabrication'?

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Fake.

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What does 'distinct' mean?

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Clearly different.

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What does the word 'accumulated' mean?

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Built up.

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How can context clues help in reading comprehension?

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They provide hints that help readers infer the meanings of unknown words, enhancing understanding of the text.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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Using context clues helps improve vocabulary and comprehension skills.

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What type of context clue is a definition?

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A direct context clue that explains the meaning of a word.