Context Clues (23-24)

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is an inference in the context of reading?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements in the text.

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What does it mean to 'defer' something?

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To defer means to postpone or delay an action or decision.

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What does 'vulnerable' mean?

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Vulnerable means being in a position where one is open to harm or damage; in danger.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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How can examples serve as context clues?

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Examples provide specific instances that illustrate or clarify the meaning of a word or concept.

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What is a definition clue?

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A definition clue directly explains the meaning of a word within the text.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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The purpose of using context clues is to help readers deduce the meanings of unfamiliar words without needing a dictionary.

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What is the difference between inference and direct definition?

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Inference requires readers to interpret clues to understand meaning, while direct definition provides the meaning explicitly.