• Context Clues: Inference Clues (tier 2 vocabulary)
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  • Evan stood at the edge of the diving board and looked down at the pool. His friends encouraged him to jump, but he kept shaking his head and stepping backward. Evan was reluctant to jump. What does reluctant mean?
    Not wanting to do something; unsure about doing it
  • When Maya opened the birthday present, she stared at it with her mouth open. She had never expected to receive the new bike she had been wishing for. Maya was astonished. What does astonished mean?
    Very surprised or amazed
  • The trail was covered with wet leaves and slippery rocks. Liam slowed down and carefully watched where he placed each foot. He was being cautious. What does cautious mean?
    Careful to avoid danger or mistakes
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