Lesson 5 Decoding

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What is a foreword?

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A foreword is an introductory section in a book, typically written by someone other than the author, that provides context or background information.

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What does 'they're' mean?

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'They're' is a contraction of 'they are', used to indicate a group of people or things.

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What does 'aloud' mean?

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'Aloud' means to speak or read something out loud, so that it can be heard.

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What does 'close' mean in the context of shutting something?

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'Close' means to shut or seal something, such as a door or window.

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What is a pedal?

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A pedal is a lever that is pushed by the foot to operate a machine, such as a bicycle.

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How can context clues help in understanding word meanings?

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Context clues are hints or information in the surrounding text that help to infer the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What is the difference between 'close' (verb) and 'clothes' (noun)?

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'Close' is a verb meaning to shut something, while 'clothes' are items worn to cover the body.

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What is an example of using 'they're' correctly in a sentence?

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An example is: 'They're going to the park after school.'

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What is an example of using 'aloud' correctly in a sentence?

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An example is: 'She read the poem aloud to the class.'

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What is an example of using 'foreword' correctly in a sentence?

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An example is: 'The foreword of the book explained the author's inspiration for writing it.'