Context Clues

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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 unfamiliar words.

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Why are context clues important?

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

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What does the word 'afraid' mean in the sentence: 'Meg becomes afraid of everything'?

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It means she feels scared or frightened.

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What does 'congested' mean in the sentence: 'The parking lot was congested'?

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It means the parking lot was crowded and full of cars.

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What does 'permit' mean in the sentence: 'Greg begged his parents to permit him to watch more television'?

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It means to allow or give permission.

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What does 'aroma' mean in the sentence: 'The delightful aroma of food cooking made my mouth water'?

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It means a pleasant smell.

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What does 'irritated' mean in the sentence: 'Mary becomes irritated quickly when teased'?

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It means she feels annoyed or angry.

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How can you use context clues to understand a new word?

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Look at the words around it to find hints about its meaning.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym in the same sentence.

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What does 'crowded' mean in the sentence: 'The parking lot was crowded'?

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It means there were many people or cars in the area.