4th grade Context Clues

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What does 'soaring' mean?

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Gliding.

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What does it mean to 'flee'?

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To run away or escape.

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What does 'affable' mean?

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Friendly and polite.

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What does 'commence' mean?

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To start or begin.

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What type of context clue is used when examples are given?

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Examples.

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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 is a context clue?

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Hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What does 'grouchy' mean?

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Irritable or grumpy.

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What does 'tolerated' mean?

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Allowed or accepted.