Determining the meaning of words in context

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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'famished' mean in context?
Back
Hungry
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In the context of temperature, what does 'scorching' mean?
Back
Hot
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean when someone is described as 'exasperated'?
Back
Annoyed
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the meaning of 'magnify' in relation to images?
Back
Enlarge
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If someone is feeling 'jubilant', how are they feeling?
Back
Happy
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the term 'context' refer to in understanding word meanings?
Back
The circumstances or setting in which a word is used.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How can context clues help in determining the meaning of unfamiliar words?
Back
They provide hints or information surrounding the word that can clarify its meaning.
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