Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found 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 are important because they help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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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 the word 'withered' mean in the context of plants?

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'Withered' means dried up or shriveled, often due to lack of water.

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What does the word 'pursued' mean in the context of being chased?

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'Pursued' means to be chased or followed closely.

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What does 'huffily' suggest about someone's tone?

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'Huffily' suggests that someone is speaking in an offended or irritated manner.

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What does 'nimbly' mean in the context of movement?

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'Nimbly' means to move quickly and lightly.

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What does 'queasy' mean in relation to feeling sick?

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'Queasy' means feeling sick to the stomach or having a sense of nausea.

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How can you use context clues to determine the meaning of a word?

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You can look at the surrounding words, sentences, or phrases to find hints about the meaning of the unfamiliar word.