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 unknown words.

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues help readers figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words without needing to look them up.

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What should you do when you encounter an unknown word while reading?

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Look for clues in the sentence to help understand the word's meaning.

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What does the word 'defeat' mean?

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To beat or win against someone.

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What does the word 'attractive' mean?

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Pleasant to look at; pretty.

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What does the word 'trample' mean?

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To step on something, often causing damage.

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What does the word 'sufficient' mean?

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Enough; adequate to meet the needs.

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How can you find the meaning of a word using context clues?

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Look at the words and sentences around the unknown word for hints.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Using a synonym or antonym in the same sentence.

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What is a synonym for 'beat'?

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Defeat.