Context Clues, Main Idea, & Author's Purpose

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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 or phrases.

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What does the word 'ecstatic' mean based on context clues?

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Ecstatic means 'excited' as inferred from the context of happiness at the birth of a baby.

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What is the author's purpose?

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The author's purpose is the reason why the author writes a text, which can be to persuade, inform, or entertain.

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What does 'eliminate' mean based on context clues?

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Eliminate means 'delete' as inferred from the instruction to remove blank lines.

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What does the acronym 'PIE' stand for in relation to author's purpose?

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PIE stands for 'persuade, inform, entertain'.

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What is a main idea?

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The main idea is the central point or message of a text, summarizing what the text is about.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues help by providing hints that clarify the meaning of difficult words or phrases, making comprehension easier.

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What is an example of an author's purpose to persuade?

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An example is a commercial encouraging viewers to buy a product.

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What is an example of a main idea in a story?

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An example of a main idea is 'Superpup is a brave beagle that fights crime in New York.'

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What are some types of context clues?

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Types of context clues include synonyms, antonyms, explanations, and examples found within the text.