Context Clues 2nd Grade

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What does 'conspicuous' mean?

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Noticeable or easily seen.

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What does 'allotted' mean?

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Allowed or given.

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What does 'jovial' mean?

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Happy and cheerful.

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What does 'tropical' mean?

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A place that is very hot.

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What does 'novice' mean?

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Beginner or someone who is just learning.

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What are context clues?

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Hints in a text that help you understand the meaning of unknown words.

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How can you find context clues?

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Look for synonyms, antonyms, or examples in the surrounding text.

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Why are context clues important?

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They help you understand the meaning of words without using a dictionary.

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What is a synonym?

Back

A word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.

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What is an antonym?

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A word that has the opposite meaning of another word.