Context Clues Test

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information in a text that help you understand the meaning of an unknown word.

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What should you do when you encounter an unknown word while reading?

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Look for clues in the text to help you understand the word's meaning.

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What does the word 'obedient' mean in the context of a child?

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Obedient means following rules or requests, like a child who listens to their parents.

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What does 'treacherous' mean when describing a river?

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Treacherous means dangerous or risky, especially when the river is hard to cross.

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What is the purpose of embalming in ancient Egypt?

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Embalming was used to preserve the dead and keep them from rotting.

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How can you find the meaning of a word using context clues?

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You can read the sentences before and after the word to find hints about its meaning.

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What is an example of a context clue in a sentence?

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In the sentence 'The dog was very friendly and wagged its tail,' the phrase 'wagged its tail' helps you understand that the dog is happy.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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Using context clues helps improve reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.

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What does it mean to 'scan' a text?

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Scanning means quickly looking through a text to find specific information or keywords.

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What is a synonym for 'dangerous'?

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A synonym for dangerous is 'treacherous'.