Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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To help readers infer the meaning of unknown words and enhance comprehension.

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What does 'frugal' mean in the context of the sentence: 'Unlike my frugal mother, I don't bother shopping at sales or clipping coupons.'?

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Careful with money; not wasteful.

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What type of context clue is used in the sentence: 'Unlike my frugal mother, I don't bother shopping at sales or clipping coupons.'?

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Contrast.

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What does 'novice' mean in the context of the sentence: 'Marcia is a novice soccer player. It is her first day of practice.'?

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Beginner.

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What does 'generosity' mean in the context of the sentence: 'Over the holidays, families can show their generosity by donating food to the homeless.'?

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Willingness to give.

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What does 'parched' mean in the context of the sentence: 'I was so parched, I drank an entire glass of water in one gulp.'?

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Thirsty.

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What is the definition of 'appalled' in the sentence: 'The teacher was appalled, or disgusted, by the honey-covered homework the student turned in.'?

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Disgusted.

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What are the three types of context clues?

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Definition/Restatement, Comparison/Example, Contrast.

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How can you identify a contrast clue in a sentence?

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Look for words like 'unlike', 'but', or 'however' that show differences.