Reading: Contextual Clues

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What does 'altruistic' mean?

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Altruistic means showing a selfless concern for the well-being of others; generous.

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What is a synonym for 'surfeit'?

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A synonym for 'surfeit' is 'excess', meaning an amount that is more than necessary.

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What does it mean to 'instigate' something?

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To instigate means to bring about or initiate an action or event; to get it started.

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What is the meaning of 'clandestine'?

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Clandestine means kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit.

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What does 'daunting' refer to?

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Daunting refers to something that is intimidating or frightening.

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What are contextual clues?

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Contextual clues are hints or information provided in the surrounding text that help to understand the meaning of a word or phrase.

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How can you identify a synonym in a sentence?

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Look for words that have similar meanings or are used in similar contexts within the sentence.

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What is the purpose of using contextual clues in reading?

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The purpose is to help readers infer the meaning of unfamiliar words and enhance comprehension.

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What does 'excess' imply in a context?

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Excess implies having more than what is necessary or usual.

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What does it mean to 'protect' something?

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To protect means to keep safe from harm or injury.