CONTEXTUAL CLUES: YR 3 -4

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What are contextual clues?

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Contextual clues are hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases.

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What does the word 'beverages' mean?

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Beverages are drinks, such as water, milk, or juice.

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What does 'sob' mean?

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Sob means to cry noisily, often because of sadness.

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What is a 'voyage'?

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A voyage is a long journey, especially by sea.

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What does 'alone' mean?

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Alone means being by oneself, without anyone else.

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What does 'aroma' mean?

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Aroma means a pleasant smell, often related to food.

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How can you use context to guess the meaning of a word?

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You can look at the words and sentences around the unfamiliar word to find clues about its meaning.

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What is an example of a contextual clue?

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An example of a contextual clue is a synonym or an example given in the sentence.

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What does 'lonely' mean?

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Lonely means feeling sad because one is alone.

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What is the purpose of using contextual clues?

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The purpose of using contextual clues is to help readers understand the text better and to figure out the meanings of unknown words.