Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does the word 'inherent' mean in the context of danger?

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Inherent means built-in or existing as a permanent characteristic.

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What does 'plummeted' mean?

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Plummeted means to fall or drop straight down at high speed.

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What does 'anticipated' mean?

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Anticipated means to look forward to something with excitement.

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What does 'plethora' mean?

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Plethora means an excess or a large amount of something.

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What is a 'hypothesis'?

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A hypothesis is an assumption or educated guess that can be tested.

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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 understand the overall message.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence.

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What does 'scarcity' mean?

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Scarcity means a shortage or lack of something.

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What does 'excess' mean?

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Excess means more than what is necessary or usual.