Using Context Clues

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What does 'buoyant' mean?

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Able to float.

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What strategy is used to determine the meaning of 'morose' in the context of a depressing story?

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Synonym Clue.

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Who is the antagonist in a story?

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The villain.

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What does 'fiscal' refer to?

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Money.

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What does 'immense' mean?

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Giant.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that means the opposite of another word.

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is inference in reading?

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A conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than explicit statements.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing challenges.