Determining Word Meaning Quick Check
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Question
Which of the following describes a context clue?(1 point)
dictionary definitions of words included in a text to help the reader understand their meaning
dictionary definitions of words included in a text to help the reader understand their meaning
information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word
information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word
phrases in a text that have a meaning other than their literal meanings
phrases in a text that have a meaning other than their literal meanings
descriptions in a text that help the reader picture what the author is describing
Phrases in a text that have a meaning other than their literal meanings. Just like when someone asks, "Can I borrow a cup of sugar?" but really means, "Can I borrow some money?" It's all about context, my friend!
The correct answer is:
information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word
The correct answer is:
information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word
A context clue is information provided within a text that helps the reader determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word. It can be a synonym, antonym, definition, explanation, or example given in the same sentence or in surrounding sentences. By using context clues, readers can better understand and interpret the text they are reading without relying solely on dictionary definitions.