Context Clues

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What does the word 'urge' mean in the context of encouraging someone to take action?

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To strongly encourage or persuade someone to do something.

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What is a synonym for 'occupation' as used in the context of a job or profession?

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Job.

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What does 'miserable' imply about someone's feelings or state?

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Feeling very unhappy or uncomfortable.

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What does 'illuminate' mean when referring to light?

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To light up or make something brighter.

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What does 'gaze' mean in the context of looking at something?

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To look steadily and intently at something.

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What is the difference between 'urge' and 'encourage'?

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Urge implies a stronger, more forceful encouragement than encourage.

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How can context clues help in understanding the meaning of unfamiliar words?

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Context clues provide hints or information surrounding a word that can help deduce its meaning.

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What is an example of a context clue in a sentence?

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In the sentence 'She was so tired that she could barely keep her eyes open, she felt exhausted,' the phrase 'barely keep her eyes open' is a context clue for 'exhausted'.

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What is the importance of synonyms in understanding vocabulary?

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Synonyms help clarify the meaning of a word by providing alternative words with similar meanings.

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How can one identify the tone of a sentence using context clues?

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By analyzing the choice of words and the overall mood conveyed in the sentence.