Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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What does the word 'wedged' mean?

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Jammed or stuck in a tight space.

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What does the word 'contentment' mean?

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A state of happiness and satisfaction.

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What does the word 'petulant' mean?

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Bad-tempered or easily irritated.

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What does the word 'groggy' mean?

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Sleepy or dazed, especially after waking up.

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What does the word 'hurled' mean?

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Launched or thrown with force.

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How can context clues help in reading?

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They provide hints that can help readers infer the meanings of unknown words, improving comprehension.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

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Understanding context clues enhances reading skills and helps in grasping the overall meaning of the text.

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What is a synonym for 'contentment'?

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Pleasure.