IREAD context clues

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What does 'revive' mean?

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to make better

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What does 'furnishes' mean?

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to give supplies

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What does 'brutal' mean?

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to be powerful

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What does 'dock' mean?

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to take away

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What does 'famished' mean?

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to be starving

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What are context clues?

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Hints in a text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of words without using a dictionary.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A sentence that describes a situation or gives examples.

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How can you find context clues in a sentence?

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Look for words or phrases around the unknown word that give hints.

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What does 'supply' mean?

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To provide or give something that is needed.