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 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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If a sentence says 'The dog was barking loudly, making it hard to hear the music,' the word 'barking' helps you understand that the dog is making noise.

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What does the word 'injured' mean in the sentence 'I fell and injured my leg'?

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It means to hurt or damage.

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What does the word 'exhausted' mean in the sentence 'I woke up very exhausted'?

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It means very tired.

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What type of word is 'ice cream' in the sentence 'I ate some ice cream because it was hot outside'?

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It is a noun, referring to a sweet frozen treat.

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What does the word 'puppy' refer to in the sentence 'My puppy likes to play with a frisbee'?

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It refers to a young dog.

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How can you find the meaning of a word you don't know?

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Look for context clues in the surrounding sentences.

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What is a synonym for 'hurt'?

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Injured.

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What is an antonym for 'tired'?

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Energized.