Which of the following describes a context clue? (1 point)
• descriptions in a text that help the reader picture what the author is describing
• information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word
dictionary definitions of words included in a text to help the reader understand their meaning
• phrases in a text that have a meaning other than their literal meanings
information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word
A context clue is information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word.
A context clue is information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word. So, the correct option from the given choices is:
• information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word.
To identify a context clue in a text, you can look for words or phrases that provide hints or explanations about the unfamiliar word's meaning. These context clues can be synonyms, antonyms, examples, definitions, or even explanations within the sentence or surrounding sentences. By using these clues, readers can infer the intended meaning of the word and comprehend the text more effectively.