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 unfamiliar words.

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What does the word 'lush' mean?

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Thick with green plants.

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What does 'pulverized' mean?

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Ground.

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What does 'resides' mean?

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Lives.

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What does 'dispute' mean?

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Argument.

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What does 'bared' mean?

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Showed.

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

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Look at the surrounding words and sentences for hints.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the text.

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Why are context clues important?

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

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What is a synonym for 'argument'?

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Dispute.