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WHAT IS
CONTEXTUAL
CLUES?
Contextual clues
are hints that the
writer provided in
their writing so
the readers are
able to define
unfamiliar or There are five
difficult words. strategies that
can be used to
It usually appears identify the
near near a word unfamiliar
or phrase to gives words.
direct or indirect 1. Inferences
suggestions on its 2. Rewording
meaning. 3. Synonym
4. Antonym
5. Details