5th Grade Context Clues

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What does the word 'absurd' mean?

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Ridiculous or unreasonable.

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What does 'dismal' mean in the context of weather?

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Gloomy or depressing.

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What does 'sweltered' mean?

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To suffer from oppressive heat.

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What does 'tragic' mean?

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Causing great sadness or disaster.

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What does 'precariously' mean?

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In a way that is not securely held or in position; dangerously.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations surrounding the unfamiliar word.

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What is a synonym for 'gloomy'?

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Dismal.

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What is an antonym for 'ridiculous'?

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Sensible.

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What does it mean to infer meaning from context?

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To deduce or conclude information from the surrounding text.