1. a conclusion about ideas that is not stated directly in a text
2. a statement about what the reader thinks will happen in a text
3. hints that point to the meaning of a word
4. the facts and information that support an idea or analysis
The correct answer is option 3: hints that point to the meaning of a word. Context clues are pieces of information within a text that help readers determine the meaning of unknown words or phrases. These clues can include definitions, synonyms, antonyms, examples, or explanations that are provided within the surrounding text.
Context clues refer to hints or information within a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases. They provide additional context to assist readers in determining the intended meaning of a word or phrase. So, option 3, "hints that point to the meaning of a word," accurately describes context clues.
