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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What does 'critical' mean in the context of importance?

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Very important.

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What does 'desolate' mean when describing a place?

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Deserted or empty.

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What does 'consume' mean?

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To eat or drink something.

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What does 'obediently' mean?

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Willingness to follow rules.

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What does 'compose' mean?

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To write or create something.

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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 text.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the sentence.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers understand the text better.

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What is a synonym for 'desolate'?

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Deserted.