8th Grade - 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.

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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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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 does the word 'malevolent' mean?

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Malevolent means having or showing a wish to do evil to others; it is synonymous with cruel or malicious.

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What does the word 'eloquent' mean?

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Eloquent means fluent or persuasive in speaking or writing; well-spoken.

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What is the purpose of using synonyms in writing?

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Using synonyms can enhance writing by avoiding repetition and adding variety to language.

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What is the purpose of using antonyms in writing?

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Using antonyms can clarify meaning by contrasting ideas and highlighting differences.

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What is an example of using context clues to determine meaning?

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In the sentence 'The malevolent villain plotted against the hero,' the word 'malevolent' can be understood as 'evil' based on the context.

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What is the meaning of 'novice'?

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Novice means a person who is new to or inexperienced in a field or situation.