Using Context Clues

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What does 'grueling' mean in the context of a long hike?

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Tiring

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What does 'instability' mean in the context of Bob's life?

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Never stable

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What does 'ecstatic' mean in the context of celebrating a birth?

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Excited

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What does 'haphazard' mean when describing a person's organization?

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Disorganized

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What does 'conspicuous' mean when describing a man with a purple wig?

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Easily noticed

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What are context clues?

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

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How can you identify context clues in a sentence?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations that surround the unfamiliar word.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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They help improve comprehension and vocabulary by allowing readers to infer meanings.

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What is a synonym for 'tiring'?

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Exhausting

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What is an antonym for 'disorganized'?

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Organized