Using Context Clues

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What does 'hiatus' mean?

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break

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What should you use context clues for?

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to find the meaning of an unknown word

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When looking for context clues, you should act like a _____________.

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detective

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What can context clues be?

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all of the above (definition/explanation, synonym/restatement, antonym/contrast)

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What does 'introvert' mean?

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shy person

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What are context clues?

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Hints in the text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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They help you understand the text better.

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What is a synonym?

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A word that means the same as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that means the opposite of another word.

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How can you find context clues in a sentence?

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Look for words or phrases that give hints about the unknown word.