Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Context clues are hints or information found within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues are important because they help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What does the word 'decorum' mean?

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Decorum means behavior that is proper, polite, and in good taste.

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What does the word 'vacillated' mean?

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Vacillated means to waver between different opinions or actions; to be indecisive.

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What does the word 'deferred' mean?

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Deferred means to put off or delay something to a later time.

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What does the word 'wretched' mean?

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Wretched means in a very unhappy or unfortunate state; miserable.

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What does the word 'appalled' mean?

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Appalled means to be filled with shock or disgust.

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How can you use context clues to determine the meaning of a word?

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You can look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations in the surrounding text to infer the meaning of the word.