Contextual clues are really important for helping us remember things better. I've seen this in my own life. Here are some simple points to understand:

• The Place You Are: When you study in a certain spot, like your desk, and then take a test there, you usually do better. It's like your brain remembers that place and uses it to help you recall what you learned.

• Your Feelings: How you feel when you learn something can really help you remember it later. For example, if I learned a song while I was super happy, I find it easier to remember the song when I feel happy again. Our emotions can shape how we remember things.

• Connected Memories: Our memories are like a web in our brains. When I remember one thing, it can help me think of other related memories because they are all linked together.

• Personal Stories: I had a friend in college who always wore a special sweater during exams. She believed it helped her remember stuff because it reminded her of her study times.

So, yes, the context around us is more important for our memory than we often realize!