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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What is a synonym context clue?

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A context clue that uses a word with a similar meaning to help define an unfamiliar word.

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What signal words indicate a synonym context clue?

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Signal words include 'that is', 'in other words', and 'also known as'.

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How can you identify a definition context clue?

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Look for punctuation such as a comma, dash, or parentheses that introduces the definition.

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What is an example context clue?

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A context clue that provides an example to clarify the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What signal words indicate an example context clue?

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Signal words include 'for example', 'such as', and 'like'.

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What is an antonym context clue?

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A context clue that uses a word with the opposite meaning to help define an unfamiliar word.

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What signal words indicate an antonym context clue?

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Signal words include 'however', 'on the other hand', and 'but'.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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To help readers infer the meaning of unfamiliar words without needing a dictionary.

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What is a restatement context clue?

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A context clue that restates the unfamiliar word in simpler terms.