Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found 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 help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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What does the word 'daintily' mean?

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Daintily means delicately or in a refined manner.

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What does the word 'dilute' mean?

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Dilute means to reduce the strength or concentration of a substance, often by adding water.

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What does the word 'cursory' mean?

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Cursory means done quickly and without attention to detail.

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What does the word 'obliged' mean?

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Obliged means to feel compelled or required to do something.

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What does the word 'writhed' mean?

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Writhed means to make twisting or squirming movements, often in pain.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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You can identify context clues by looking for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations that surround the unfamiliar word.

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What is an example of a synonym context clue?

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An example of a synonym context clue is when a word is followed by another word that has a similar meaning, like 'happy' and 'joyful'.

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What is an example of an antonym context clue?

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An example of an antonym context clue is when a word is followed by a word with the opposite meaning, like 'hot' and 'cold'.