Context Clues

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What are context clues?

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Words or phrases in a text that help you understand the meaning of an unknown word.

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How can you find the meaning of an unknown word while reading?

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Look for clues in the sentence or surrounding sentences.

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What does the word 'conceal' mean?

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To hide something.

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What does the word 'defeat' mean in a game context?

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To beat or win against someone.

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What does the word 'vicious' mean?

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Very mean or aggressive.

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What does the word 'sufficient' mean?

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Enough or adequate.

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Why is it important to use context clues?

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They help you understand the text better and improve your vocabulary.

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What should you do if you can't find context clues for a word?

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You can ask someone for help or look it up in a dictionary.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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A synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence.

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How can illustrations help with context clues?

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They can provide visual hints about the meaning of words.