Context Clues #1

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What does 'glee' mean?

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happiness

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What does 'are fond of' mean?

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like

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What does 'approached' mean?

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moved nearer (closer)

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What does 'shelters' mean?

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safe places

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What does 'disturbs' mean?

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bothers

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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 figure out the meaning of words without needing a dictionary.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Using a synonym or antonym in the sentence.

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What does 'synonym' mean?

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

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What does 'antonym' mean?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.