Context clues

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What are context clues?

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

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What is the purpose of using context clues?

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The purpose of using context clues is to infer the meaning of unknown words, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary.

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What does the word 'compress' mean in the context of packing?

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To compress means to press or squeeze something to reduce its size, making it easier to fit into a smaller space.

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What does the word 'douse' mean?

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To douse means to pour a liquid over something, often to extinguish a fire.

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What does the word 'irk' mean?

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To irk means to annoy or irritate someone.

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What does the word 'dispatch' mean?

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To dispatch means to send off to a destination or for a purpose.

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What is an example of using context clues to understand a word?

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If a sentence says, 'The dog was doused with water after playing in the mud,' the word 'doused' can be inferred to mean 'covered with' based on the context.

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How can synonyms serve as context clues?

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Synonyms can provide context clues by offering a similar word that helps clarify the meaning of an unfamiliar word.

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How can antonyms serve as context clues?

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Antonyms can provide context clues by presenting a word with the opposite meaning, helping to infer the meaning of the unfamiliar word.

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What is a sentence that uses the word 'besiege'?

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The army decided to besiege the castle, surrounding it completely.