Context Clues Practice

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What does the word 'mystified' most likely mean in the context of confusion?

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Confused

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What is the meaning of the word 'candor' as used in the context of honesty?

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Honesty

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What does 'infallible' mean in the context of making errors?

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Always right

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What do you call a word that has the opposite meaning of another word?

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An antonym

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What does the word 'protrudes' mean in the context of something sticking out?

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Sticks out

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What is a context clue?

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A hint or suggestion in the text that helps to understand the meaning of a word or phrase.

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How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?

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They provide hints about the meaning based on surrounding text.

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What is the difference between a synonym and an antonym?

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A synonym is a word with a similar meaning, while an antonym is a word with the opposite meaning.

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What is an example of a context clue that indicates a word's meaning?

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Definitions, examples, or comparisons provided in the text.

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How can understanding word roots help in deciphering meanings?

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Word roots can provide insights into the meaning of unfamiliar words.