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 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 does the word 'irate' mean based on context clues?

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Irate means angry.

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What does the word 'versatile' mean based on context clues?

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Versatile means having many abilities.

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What does the word 'distraught' mean based on context clues?

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Distraught means upset.

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What does the word 'predicted' mean based on context clues?

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Predicted means to tell ahead of time.

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What does the word 'mournful' mean based on context clues?

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Mournful means depressed.

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations that surround the unfamiliar word.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or similar 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.