context clue

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What should you do when you come across an unknown word while reading?

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Look for clues in the sentence.

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What does the word 'ecstatic' mean in the sentence: 'They were ecstatic at the birth of their baby. They couldn't stop smiling for days.'?

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Excited.

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What does the word 'skirmish' mean in the sentence: 'During the demonstration, a skirmish broke out and the police were called to restore order.'?

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Fight.

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What does the word 'jovial' mean in the sentence: 'Grandpa was in a jovial mood, making jokes and laughing at everything.'?

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Happy.

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What does the word 'garrulous' mean in the sentence: 'The garrulous boy rambled on continuously as he told his mother about his day at school.'?

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Talkative.

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help you understand the meaning of an unknown word.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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They help you figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words without needing a dictionary.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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Synonyms or antonyms in the same sentence.

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How can punctuation help you understand a word's meaning?

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It can indicate pauses or emphasis that clarify the meaning.

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What does the word 'relieved' mean in the context of feeling better after a worry?

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Feeling free from stress or anxiety.