Context Clues

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What are direct definition context clues?

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Words that give the definition right within the text.

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What does the word 'appalled' mean in the context of the sentence?

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Disgusted.

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What clues indicate the meaning of 'perturbed' in the sentence?

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Sounding annoyed, too.

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What does 'rigorous' mean in the context of the advanced studies program?

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Difficult.

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What should you do first when you encounter an unknown word while reading?

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Look for clues in the sentence.

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What are context clues?

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Hints or suggestions in the text that help readers understand the meaning of unknown words.

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Why are context clues important in reading?

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They help readers infer the meaning of unfamiliar words without needing a dictionary.

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What is an example of a synonym context clue?

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Using a word with a similar meaning in the same sentence.

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What is an example of an antonym context clue?

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Using a word with the opposite meaning to help define an unknown word.

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How can examples serve as context clues?

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They provide specific instances that clarify the meaning of a word.