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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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, improving comprehension and vocabulary.

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What does the word 'parched' mean?

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Thirsty; extremely dry or dehydrated.

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What does the word 'sweltered' mean?

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To suffer from oppressive heat; to be very hot.

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What does the word 'permit' mean?

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To allow; to give permission.

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What does the word 'envious' mean?

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Jealous; feeling discontented or resentful longing for someone else's possessions or qualities.

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What does the word 'grueling' mean?

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Extremely tiring and demanding; exhausting.

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How can you use context clues to figure out the meaning of a word?

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Look at the surrounding words and sentences for hints about the word's meaning.

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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 sentence.

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What is a synonym for 'allow'?

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Permit.