Vocabulary- Context Clues

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What does the word 'stroll' mean?

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walk

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What does the word 'novice' mean?

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beginner

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What does the word 'skew' mean?

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change

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What is an 'arena'?

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area for sports or entertainment

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What does the word 'beverage' mean?

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a drink

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help you understand the meaning of a word.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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How can you use context clues to find the meaning of a word?

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Look at the surrounding words and sentences for hints.