context clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is an expression?

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The act of telling or showing thoughts or feelings.

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What does the word 'environment' mean?

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The things and conditions that are all around me.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What does 'reluctant' mean?

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Unwilling.

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What is navigation?

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The act of setting a course for a trip.

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What does 'dove' mean in the context of a bird?

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To plunge head first into water.

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How can context clues help in reading?

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They provide hints that help readers infer the meaning of unknown words.

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To make an educated guess based on evidence and reasoning.