Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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What does the word 'trample' mean?

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To step on something heavily, causing damage.

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What does the word 'cautious' mean?

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Being careful to avoid danger or mistakes.

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What does the word 'rummage' mean?

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To search through something in a messy or hurried way.

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What does the word 'gloomy' mean?

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Dark or cloudy; lacking brightness.

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What does the word 'marsh' mean?

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A wetland area that is often flooded and has many plants.

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How can context clues help you?

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They can help you figure out the meaning of unknown words without using a dictionary.

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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.

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What does the word 'excited' mean?

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Feeling very happy and enthusiastic.

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What does the word 'angry' mean?

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Feeling strong displeasure or annoyance.