Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues help readers figure out the meaning of words they don't know, making reading easier and more enjoyable.

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What does the word 'grueling' mean in the context of a long hike?

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'Grueling' means very tiring or exhausting.

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If someone is searching 'meticulously', how are they doing it?

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They are searching very carefully and paying close attention to detail.

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What does 'novice' mean?

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'Novice' means a beginner or someone who is new to a particular activity.

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What does 'countless' mean in the context of writing many books?

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'Countless' means very many or too many to be counted.

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What does 'haphazard' mean?

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'Haphazard' means disorganized or lacking a clear plan.

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How can context clues help with vocabulary?

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Context clues can provide hints about the meaning of a word based on how it is used in a sentence.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence.

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What is a synonym for 'tiring'?

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A synonym for 'tiring' is 'exhausting'.