Context clues

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8th Grade
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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 or phrases.
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Why are context clues important?
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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.
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What is an example of a context clue?
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An example of a context clue is using synonyms or antonyms in a sentence to clarify the meaning of a word.
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What does 'inept' mean?
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Inept means lacking skill or ability; clumsy.
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What does 'immense' mean?
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Immense means extremely large or great; massive.
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What does 'denounce' mean?
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Denounce means to publicly declare something to be wrong or evil.
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What does 'besiege' mean?
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Besiege means to surround a place with armed forces in order to capture it or force its surrender.
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