Context Clues Test

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does 'fascinated' mean?

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Attracted to or very interested in something.

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What does 'gushed' mean in the context of water?

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Flowed out quickly and in large amounts.

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What is the meaning of 'beverages'?

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Drinks, such as water, milk, or tea.

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What does 'embalming' refer to?

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The process of preserving a body after death.

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What is a 'pointer' in the context of animals?

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A type of hunting dog that indicates the location of game.

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What does it mean to 'decompose'?

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To break down or rot, especially in the context of dead organisms.

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What is the purpose of context clues in reading?

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To help readers infer the meaning of unknown words.

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What does 'variety' mean?

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A range of different things or options.

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What is the significance of dry air in preserving mummies?

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It helps prevent decomposition by reducing moisture.