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 an antonym?

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A word that has the opposite meaning as another word.

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What is a synonym?

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A word that has the same meaning as another word.

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What type of context clue uses signal words like 'however' and 'but'?

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Antonym (contrast) context clues.

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What type of context clue is indicated by the phrase 'for example'?

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Example context clues.

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What is a definition context clue?

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A context clue that explains the unknown word by providing its actual definition.

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What is a synonym (restatement) context clue?

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A context clue where one word near the unfamiliar word has a similar meaning.

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What are some common signal words for example context clues?

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Examples include 'for example', 'such as', and 'like'.

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How can context clues help in reading comprehension?

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They provide hints that help readers infer the meanings of unknown words.

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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To enhance understanding of a text by deciphering unfamiliar vocabulary.