Context Clues

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What does the word 'dignity' mean?

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self-worth

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Which context clue is defined as, 'other words are used in the sentence that have similar meanings'?

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Synonym

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What does the word 'SEDENTARY' mean in the context of the sentence?

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To spend much time seated.

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What does the word 'saturated' mean in the context of the sentence?

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wet

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What does the word 'parched' mean in the context of the sentence?

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thirsty

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What are context clues?

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Hints or suggestions 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 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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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What is a definition clue?

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A context clue that provides a direct explanation of the word's meaning.

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What is an example clue?

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A context clue that provides examples to help clarify the meaning of a word.