Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does it mean if something is ubiquitous?

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It is everywhere.

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What is a protagonist in a story?

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The main character of a story.

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What does the word 'fortify' mean?

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To strengthen.

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What does 'lucrative' mean?

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Bringing a lot of money or profit.

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How can context clues help in reading comprehension?

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They provide hints about the meaning of unknown words, aiding understanding.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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To infer the meaning of unfamiliar words without needing a dictionary.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.