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 are important because they allow readers to infer meanings without needing to look up every unfamiliar word, enhancing comprehension.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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What does the word 'astute' mean?

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Astute means perceptive or having the ability to accurately assess situations or people.

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What does the word 'mirth' mean?

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Mirth means great joy or amusement.

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What does the word 'perturbed' mean?

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Perturbed means upset or anxious.

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What does the word 'adjacent' mean?

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Adjacent means next to or adjoining something else.

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What does the word 'bestow' mean?

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Bestow means to give or confer something, especially as a gift or honor.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues can help by providing hints about the meaning of words based on the surrounding text, allowing for better comprehension.

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What types of context clues can be found in a text?

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Types of context clues include definitions, examples, synonyms, antonyms, and descriptive phrases.