Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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What does 'parched' mean?

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Thirsty.

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What does 'irritated' mean?

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Angry or annoyed.

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What does 'conspicuous' mean?

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Easily noticed.

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What does 'drenched' mean?

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Wet.

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What does 'envious' mean?

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Jealous.

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How can context clues help in reading?

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They help readers figure out the meaning of unknown words without using a dictionary.

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Give an example of a context clue.

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In the sentence 'The puppy was so playful, it jumped around happily,' the word 'playful' can be understood through the action of jumping.

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What is a synonym for 'angry'?

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Irritated.

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What is a synonym for 'jealous'?

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Envious.