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 unknown words without using a dictionary.

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What is a synonym?

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A word that means the same or nearly the same as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that means the opposite of another word.

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What does 'bayed' mean in the sentence 'The dog bayed at the moon'?

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It means the dog howled.

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What does 'quarrel' mean in the sentence 'The boy had a black eye from the quarrel at recess'?

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It means a fight.

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What does 'glimmer' mean in the sentence 'Fireworks give off a beautiful glimmer in the sky'?

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It means glow.

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What does 'frustration' mean in the sentence 'Sally was red with frustration'?

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It means anger.

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What does 'singed' mean in the sentence 'Ms. McCarthy singed her hair'?

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It means burned.

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How can you find context clues in a sentence?

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Look for words or phrases around the unfamiliar word that give hints about its meaning.