Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

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What does 'irritated' mean?

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Feeling annoyed or angry.

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What does 'hilarious' mean?

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Very funny; causing laughter.

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What does 'nutritious' mean?

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Food that is healthy and good for you.

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What does 'spotless' mean?

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Very clean; without any dirt.

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What does 'fragile' mean?

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Easily broken or damaged.

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How can you find the meaning of a word you don't know?

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Look for context clues in the sentences around it.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym in the same sentence.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help you understand the text better without needing a dictionary.

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What does 'angry' mean?

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Feeling strong emotions of displeasure.