Context Clues!

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What are context clues?

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

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What does the word 'aghast' mean?

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Aghast means shocked or filled with horror.

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What does 'benign' mean in a medical context?

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Benign means harmless, especially referring to a growth that is not cancerous.

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What does 'harrowing' mean?

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Harrowing means extremely distressing or disturbing.

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What does 'ratify' mean?

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Ratify means to approve or confirm something, especially in a legal context.

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What does 'humble' mean?

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Humble means having a modest or low view of one's importance; underprivileged.

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How can context clues help in understanding a text?

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Context clues can provide hints about the meaning of unknown words, making it easier to comprehend the overall message.

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What is an example of a context clue?

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An example of a context clue is a synonym or antonym provided in the same sentence or nearby sentences.

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Why is it important to understand context clues?

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Understanding context clues helps improve reading comprehension and vocabulary skills.

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What is a synonym for 'shocked'?

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A synonym for shocked is 'aghast'.