Context Clues - Practice

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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 'ATTENTIVE' mean in the context of a lecture?

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'ATTENTIVE' means being focused and paying close attention.

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What is the meaning of 'BANISHED' in the context of a king's decision?

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'BANISHED' means to expel or remove someone from a place.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for words or phrases that provide hints about the meaning of an unfamiliar word, such as synonyms, antonyms, or examples.

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What is an example of a synonym for 'focused'?

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An example of a synonym for 'focused' is 'attentive'.

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What does the word 'debilitated' imply?

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'Debilitated' implies being weakened or incapacitated.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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The purpose of using context clues is to help readers infer the meaning of unknown words and enhance comprehension.

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What is an antonym for 'clueless'?

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An antonym for 'clueless' is 'knowledgeable'.

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In the sentence, 'The king was kind and BANISHED the thief,' what does 'kind' suggest about the king's character?

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'Kind' suggests that the king is compassionate and merciful.

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What is a context clue in the sentence: 'Even though he was ATTENTIVE and took notes, Juan still did not understand the lecture'?

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The context clue is 'took notes', which indicates that he was trying to focus.