Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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

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Why are context clues important?

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Context clues help readers infer the meaning of unknown words, improving comprehension and vocabulary.

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What is a synonym?

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A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

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What does 'wrecked' mean in the context of damaging something?

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Wrecked means to cause severe damage or destruction to something.

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What does 'gloomy' mean when describing the weather?

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Gloomy means dark, cloudy, and often associated with sadness or a lack of light.

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What does 'glimmering' mean?

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Glimmering means shining faintly or waveringly, often used to describe something that sparkles.

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What does 'alter' mean in the context of changing plans?

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Alter means to change or modify something.

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What does 'disgusting' mean when describing food?

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Disgusting means something that is very unpleasant or offensive, often in taste or smell.

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How can you use context clues to figure out the meaning of a word?

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