Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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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 'sustain' mean in the context of emotions?

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In this context, 'sustain' means to maintain or keep a certain emotional state, such as a smile.

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What does 'feigning' mean?

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'Feigning' means pretending to be affected by something, such as an illness.

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What is 'remorse'?

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Remorse is a feeling of deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed.

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What does 'degrade' mean?

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'Degrade' means to treat someone with disrespect or to lower their dignity.

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What does 'jovial' mean?

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'Jovial' means cheerful and friendly.

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How can context clues help with vocabulary?

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Context clues can provide hints about the meaning of a word based on the surrounding text, helping to build vocabulary.