Context Clues, Main Idea, & Author's Purpose

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What are context clues?

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

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What is the main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey in a piece of writing.

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What is the purpose of an author?

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An author's purpose is the reason why they write a text, which can be to inform, persuade, entertain, or express feelings.

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What does 'PIE' stand for in relation to author's purpose?

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PIE stands for Persuade, Inform, Entertain.

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How can you identify the main idea in a paragraph?

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Look for the topic sentence, which usually states the main idea, and supporting details that elaborate on it.

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What does it mean to 'eliminate' something in a text?

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To eliminate means to remove or delete something that is unnecessary or unwanted.

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What type of details support the main idea?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or explanations that reinforce the main idea.

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How can context clues help you understand a word?

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Context clues provide hints from the surrounding text that can help you infer the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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What is the difference between facts and opinions?

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Facts are statements that can be proven true or false, while opinions are personal beliefs or judgments that cannot be proven.