Context Clues and Inferring

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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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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer means to draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What is the meaning of 'credulity'?

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Credulity means a tendency to be too ready to believe that something is real or true; gullibility.

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What does 'doughty' mean?

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Doughty means brave and persistent; showing courage.

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What does 'distraught' mean?

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Distraught means deeply upset and agitated.

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What does 'predict' mean?

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To predict means to say what will happen in the future based on evidence or reasoning.

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What is the meaning of 'avaricious'?

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Avaricious means having an extreme greed for wealth or material gain.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues can provide hints about the meaning of unknown words, making it easier to comprehend the overall message.

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What is an example of using context clues?

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If a sentence says, 'The avaricious man hoarded his money,' the word 'avaricious' can be understood as greedy from the context.

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Why is inferring important in reading comprehension?

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Inferring allows readers to understand deeper meanings and themes that are not directly stated in the text.