Comprehension and Vocabulary Worksheet

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Context clues are:

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Any words in a text that provide clues to help you understand an unknown word.

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Where can I find context clues?

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Before, after, or even in the same sentence as the unknown word.

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If I can't read an unknown word, I can-

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Try your best and continue reading. You can use context clues to figure out what it means, even if you can't pronounce it.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help readers understand unfamiliar words without using a dictionary.

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What should you do if context clues are not enough?

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Look for more information in the text or ask someone for help.

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Give an example of a context clue.

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In the sentence, 'The arid desert was dry and hot,' the words 'dry and hot' are context clues for 'arid.'