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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What is an antonym context clue?

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An antonym context clue provides a word or phrase that has the opposite meaning of the unfamiliar word, helping to infer its meaning.

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What is a synonym context clue?

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A synonym context clue uses a word or phrase with a similar meaning to help clarify the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What is an example context clue?

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An example context clue provides specific instances or examples that illustrate the meaning of the unfamiliar word.

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What is a definition context clue?

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A definition context clue directly defines the unfamiliar word within the text, making its meaning clear.

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How can context clues improve reading comprehension?

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Context clues enhance reading comprehension by allowing readers to deduce meanings of unknown words, leading to better understanding of the overall text.

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What does 'irate' mean based on context clues?

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'Irate' means angry, as inferred from the context of someone being upset.

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What does 'commence' mean in the context of a parade?

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'Commence' means to start or begin, as indicated by the context of the parade starting after the rain stops.

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What does 'tandem' refer to in cycling?

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'Tandem' refers to a type of bicycle that has seats one behind another.

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How do context clues help with vocabulary acquisition?

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Context clues aid vocabulary acquisition by providing hints that allow readers to infer meanings, thus expanding their word knowledge.