Context Clues

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What is a context clue?

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A context clue is a word or phrase in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What type of context clue provides a direct definition of a word?

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Definition context clue.

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What type of context clue uses words with similar meanings to help clarify an unknown word?

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Synonyms context clue.

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What does the word 'sweltering' mean in the context of the sentence: 'The sweltering weather made the baseball game very uncomfortable.'?

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Very hot.

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What does the word 'disdain' imply in the context: 'It is easy to see my brother's disdain for TikTok.'?

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To have a strong dislike for something.

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What type of context clue is used when examples are provided to clarify a word?

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Example context clue.

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How can context clues improve reading comprehension?

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They help readers infer the meanings of unknown words, enhancing overall understanding of the text.

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What is the purpose of using context clues in writing?

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To aid readers in understanding the text without needing to look up every unfamiliar word.

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What is an antonym context clue?

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An antonym context clue provides a word with an opposite meaning to help clarify the meaning of an unknown word.

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Give an example of a sentence using a synonym context clue.

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The weather was balmy; it was pleasantly warm outside.