Context Clues

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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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Why are context clues important?

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

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym that appears near the unfamiliar word.

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What does the word 'fake' mean?

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Not real or genuine.

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What does the word 'hurt' mean?

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To cause pain or injury.

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What does the word 'small' mean?

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Not large in size.

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What does the word 'group' mean?

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A number of people or things that are together.

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What does the word 'map' mean?

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A drawing that shows where places are.

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How can you find context clues in a sentence?

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Look for words that give hints about the meaning of the unknown word.

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.