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Why is understanding context clues important for a reader?

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To help with comprehension and understanding of unfamiliar words.

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What is the meaning of 'revocation' as it is used in the sentence: 'We were upset by the revocation of the game.'?

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Cancelling.

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What does the word 'sturdy' mean in the sentence: 'The bookshelf was sturdy enough to hold Nathan's books'?

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Strong.

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Which type of clue is given in the sentence: 'There was perspiration, or sweat, dripping from his face.' to help you know the meaning of perspiration?

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Definition.

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What are context clues?

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Hints a reader can use to discover the meanings of unfamiliar words and phrases.

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What is a synonym?

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

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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 are examples of context clues?

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Definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and examples found in the text.

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How can context clues help with reading comprehension?

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They provide hints that help readers understand unfamiliar words without needing a dictionary.

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What does the word 'perspiration' mean?

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Sweat.