Determining the meaning of words in context

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What does 'context' mean in reading comprehension?

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The circumstances or setting in which a word or phrase is used, which helps to determine its meaning.

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What is a synonym for 'scorching'?

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Burning or extremely hot.

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What does 'demeanor' refer to?

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A person's outward behavior or attitude.

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What does 'cramped' mean?

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Small and confined; lacking space.

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What is the meaning of 'tumultuous'?

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Characterized by disorder or chaos; turbulent.

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What does 'ominous' imply?

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Suggesting that something bad is going to happen; threatening.

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How can context clues help in understanding a word?

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They provide hints or information surrounding the word that can clarify its meaning.

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What is the difference between 'literal' and 'figurative' language?

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Literal language means exactly what it says, while figurative language uses comparisons or exaggerations to convey meaning.

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What does 'connotation' mean?

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The emotional or cultural association attached to a word, beyond its literal meaning.

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What is 'denotation'?

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The literal or primary meaning of a word, as found in a dictionary.