Context Clues

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that has the opposite meaning as another word.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or signals in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Which context clue uses signal words like 'however' and 'but'?

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Antonym (contrast) clues.

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What is a definition clue?

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A context clue that explains the meaning of an unfamiliar word directly.

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What are example clues?

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Context clues that provide examples to help clarify the meaning of a word.

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What is the purpose of context clues?

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To help find the meaning of words in a text.

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What signal words indicate a synonym clue?

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Signal words like 'that is' or 'in other words'.

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What is a restatement clue?

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A context clue that uses a synonym to explain an unfamiliar word.

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How can you identify an antonym clue?

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Look for signal words like 'on the other hand' or 'although'.