Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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What does the word 'clarify' mean?

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To explain or make something clear.

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What does the word 'marsh' mean?

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Wet land.

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What does 'cautious' mean?

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Careful.

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What does the word 'conceal' mean?

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To hide.

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What does 'gloomy' mean?

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Cloudy.

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How can context clues help in reading?

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They provide hints about the meaning of unknown words.

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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 is a synonym for 'explain'?

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Clarify.

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What is an antonym for 'careful'?

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Careless.