Context clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information provided 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 are important because they allow readers to infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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What does the word 'inept' mean?

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Inept means lacking skill or ability; incompetent.

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What does the word 'forsake' mean?

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Forsake means to abandon or give up something.

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What does the word 'immense' mean?

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Immense means extremely large or great; vast.

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What is a synonym for 'irk'?

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A synonym for 'irk' is 'bother'.

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What does the word 'apparel' refer to?

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Apparel refers to clothing or garments.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues help by providing additional information that clarifies the meaning of difficult words, making the text easier to understand.

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What is an antonym for 'compress'?

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An antonym for 'compress' is 'enlarge'.