Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does the word 'disdain' mean?

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To have a strong dislike for something.

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What does 'sweltering' describe?

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Very hot weather.

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What does the word 'shrouded' mean?

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Covered.

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What type of clues are antonyms?

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Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings and can help define unfamiliar words.

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What does 'dependable' mean?

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Trustworthy and reliable.

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

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Look for words or phrases around the unfamiliar word that give hints about its meaning.

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What is an example of a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word, like 'happy' and 'joyful'.

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What is an example of an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word, like 'hot' and 'cold'.

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What are examples of context clues?

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Examples include definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and examples provided in the text.