Context Clues

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What does 'curiosity' mean in the context of wanting to know something?

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Desire to know something.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What does 'impede' mean in the context of slowing down a process?

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Slow down.

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CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

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What does 'anticipated' mean when referring to looking forward to something?

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Looked forward to.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What is the definition of 'genius' in the context of someone who excels academically?

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Smart person.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does 'contaminate' mean in the context of making something dirty?

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Make dirty.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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How can curiosity drive someone to explore unknown situations?

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Curiosity motivates individuals to seek knowledge and understanding.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What are some synonyms for 'impede' that convey the idea of obstruction?

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Hinder, obstruct, delay.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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In what ways can anticipation affect a person's emotional state?

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Anticipation can create excitement or anxiety about future events.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What qualities are often associated with a 'genius'?

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High intelligence, creativity, and exceptional problem-solving skills.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What are the potential consequences of contaminating a scientific experiment?

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Results can be invalidated, leading to inaccurate conclusions.