Context Clues #1

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What does 'glee' mean?

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happiness

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What does 'emotions' mean?

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feelings

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What does 'advance' mean?

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get ahead

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What does 'foul' mean?

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unpleasant

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What does 'penetrate' mean?

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get in

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information 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 infer the meaning of unknown words and improve comprehension.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the sentence.

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What does 'infer' mean?

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To make an educated guess based on evidence.

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What is a synonym for 'happy'?

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Joyful