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 meanings of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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What does the word 'truncated' mean based on context clues?

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Cut short.

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What does the word 'gargantuan' mean based on context clues?

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Large.

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If you do something 'meticulously', how are you doing it?

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You are working very carefully.

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What words in a sentence can help you understand the meaning of 'transportation'?

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Words like 'car' or 'train' can provide context clues.

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What does 'embalming' mean in the context of preserving bodies?

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Keeping bodies from decaying or falling apart.

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How can you identify context clues in a passage?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations that surround the unfamiliar word.

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What is an example of a synonym context clue?

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Using the word 'happy' to help understand the word 'joyful'.

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What is an example of an antonym context clue?

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Using the word 'cold' to help understand the word 'hot'.