Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What does 'meandered' mean?

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To meander means to wander aimlessly or without a fixed course.

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What does 'voracious' mean?

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Voracious means having a very eager approach to an activity, especially eating or reading.

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What is a summary clue?

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A summary clue provides a brief overview or restatement of the main idea, helping to infer the meaning of a word.

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What does 'tariff' mean?

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A tariff is a tax imposed on imported goods to raise their price and protect domestic industries.

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What does 'adroit' mean?

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Adroit means skillful and adept, especially in the use of the hands or mind.

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What is a descriptive clue?

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A descriptive clue provides details or characteristics that help explain the meaning of a word.

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What does 'picturesque' mean?

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Picturesque means visually attractive, especially in a quaint or charming way.