5th Grade Context Clues

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What does the word 'vermin' mean?

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Disgusting Animals

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What does the word 'suspicious' mean?

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Questionable Behavior

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What does the word 'particle' mean?

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A very small or tiny bit

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What does the word 'beneficial' mean?

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Helpful

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What does the word 'drowsy' mean?

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Sleepy

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help you understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of words without needing a dictionary.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Using a synonym or antonym in the sentence.

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What does the word 'abandoned' mean?

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Left behind or deserted.

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What does the word 'thoroughly' mean?

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Completely and carefully.