Context Clue Practice #1

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What does 'depleting' mean?

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using up

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What does 'stationary' mean?

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Staying in one place

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What does 'shrouded' mean?

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covered

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What does 'accolades' mean?

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praise

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What does 'garrulous' mean?

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talkative

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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 unfamiliar words.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers infer the meaning of unknown words and improve comprehension.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the sentence.

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What does 'infer' mean in reading?

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To make an educated guess based on evidence in the text.

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What is a synonym for 'depleting'?

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exhausting