Context Clues!

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is a synonym?

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

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What does it mean to ratify something?

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To ratify means to approve or confirm something, such as a law or agreement.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is when a word is explained or defined in the sentence.

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What does 'nutritious' mean?

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Nutritious means providing the substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition; healthy.

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What is the meaning of 'pandemonium'?

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Pandemonium means wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar.

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What type of context clue is used when a word is defined in the text?

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This is an example of a definition context clue.

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What is inference in the context of reading?

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Inference is a conclusion reached based on evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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What does 'vociferous' mean?

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Vociferous means expressing feelings or opinions in a loud and forceful way.