Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Synonyms, antonyms, or explanations provided in the surrounding text.

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What does the word 'accumulated' mean in the context of snow?

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Built up or gathered over time.

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What does the word 'adapt' mean in the context of adjusting to new situations?

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To adjust or change in response to new conditions.

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What does the word 'adjacent' mean?

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Next to or adjoining something else.

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What does the word 'citizens' refer to in a community context?

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Members of a town or city.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for descriptive words or phrases that provide hints about the meaning of unknown words.

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What is a synonym for 'adapt'?

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Adjust.

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What is an antonym for 'accumulate'?

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Dissipate or decrease.