Context Clues: Synonyms and Antonyms

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What are context clues?

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

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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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 does the word 'anxious' mean in the context of feeling nervous?

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In this context, 'anxious' means feeling nervous or worried about something.

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What does the word 'quell' mean in the context of stopping rumors?

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In this context, 'quell' means to stop or put an end to something.

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What does 'contentment' mean?

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Contentment means a state of happiness and satisfaction.

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What does 'surpassed' mean in the context of exceeding expectations?

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Surpassed means to do better than what was expected.

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What does 'bedraggled' mean in the context of being dirty?

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Bedraggled means being limp and dirty, often due to being in mud or rain.

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How can you identify synonyms in a sentence?

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You can identify synonyms by looking for words that are used in similar contexts or that can replace each other without changing the meaning.