Contextual clues

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What are contextual clues?

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Contextual clues are hints or information provided in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What does the word 'introvert' mean?

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Introvert means someone who is shy and quiet, often preferring solitary activities over social ones.

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CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

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What does 'perplexed' mean?

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Perplexed means confused or puzzled.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What does 'gorgeous' mean?

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Gorgeous means very beautiful or attractive.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What does 'crowded' mean?

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Crowded means filled with too many people or things, making it difficult to move.

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

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How can contextual clues help in understanding a text?

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Contextual clues help by providing hints about the meaning of words or phrases based on the surrounding text.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

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What is an example of a contextual clue?

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An example of a contextual clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

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Why is it important to understand contextual clues?

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Understanding contextual clues is important because it enhances reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What is a synonym for 'puzzled'?

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A synonym for 'puzzled' is 'confused'.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

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What is an antonym for 'beautiful'?

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An antonym for 'beautiful' is 'ugly'.

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B