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What are context clues?

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

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What does the word 'slender' mean in the context of a cat that hasn't eaten for days?

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Skinny.

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What does 'reduce' mean when talking about watching television?

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To lessen or lower the amount.

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What does 'bear' mean in the sentence about Kara?

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To be able to emotionally handle something.

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What does 'servant' mean in the context of feeling like one after chores?

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An employee who works for someone else.

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What does 'rarely' mean when talking about how often mom eats chocolate?

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Sometimes, not often.

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How can context clues help you in reading?

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They help you figure out the meaning of unknown words.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A description or synonym that gives hints about a word's meaning.

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

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It improves reading comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a synonym for 'reduce'?

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Lessen.