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 is a synonym for 'predicament'?

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A synonym for 'predicament' is 'problem'.

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What does 'severe' mean in the context of punishment?

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In this context, 'severe' means 'harsh or intense'.

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What does 'congested' imply about a parking lot?

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'Congested' implies that the parking lot is 'crowded'.

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What does it mean to 'clarify' instructions?

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To 'clarify' instructions means to 'explain' them more clearly.

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What is a synonym for 'abundant'?

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A synonym for 'abundant' is 'plentiful'.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues help by providing hints that allow readers to infer the meanings of unknown words.

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What is the importance of identifying context clues?

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Identifying context clues is important for improving reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.

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What type of context clue is used when a word is defined in the text?

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This is known as a 'definition context clue'.

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What is an example of an antonym context clue?

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An antonym context clue provides a word with the opposite meaning to help define an unfamiliar word.