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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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues help readers infer meanings, enhance comprehension, and improve vocabulary skills.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is using synonyms or antonyms in a sentence to clarify the meaning of a word.

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What does the word 'apparel' mean?

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Apparel refers to clothing or garments.

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What does 'forsake' mean in the context of vegetarianism?

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Forsake means to give up or renounce something, in this case, animal meats.

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What is the relationship between 'instantaneous' and 'later'?

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'Instantaneous' refers to something happening immediately, while 'later' indicates a time that is not immediate.

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What is a synonym for 'gainful'?

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A synonym for 'gainful' is 'profitable' or 'rewarding'.

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What does 'denounce' mean?

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Denounce means to publicly declare something to be wrong or evil.

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How can context clues help with the word 'famished'?

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Context clues can indicate that 'famished' means extremely hungry, often through descriptions of hunger or food.

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What is an antonym for 'immediate'?

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An antonym for 'immediate' is 'delayed' or 'later'.