Context Clues Practice 3rd Grade

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What does 'heralded' mean?

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to be announced

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Who are 'patrons' in a hotel?

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paying guests

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What is a 'voucher'?

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a ticket that takes the place of cash

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What does 'colossal' mean?

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extremely large

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What does 'punctual' mean?

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on time

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What is the purpose of context clues?

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to help understand the meaning of unknown words in a text

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, or explanations in the surrounding text.

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What is a synonym for 'unhappy'?

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sad

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What is an antonym for 'large'?

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small

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What does 'enormous' mean?

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very large