Which first step should readers take when they encounter an unfamiliar word?(1 point)
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Find a synonym for the word in a thesaurus.
Find a synonym for the word in a thesaurus.
Look up the word in a dictionary.
Look up the word in a dictionary.
Replace the unfamiliar word with a familiar word.
Replace the unfamiliar word with a familiar word.
Use context clues near the word.
Use context clues near the word.
The first step readers should take when they encounter an unfamiliar word is to use context clues near the word.
The correct first step that readers should take when they encounter an unfamiliar word is to use context clues near the word. When reading a text, there are often words or phrases that provide hints about the meaning of an unfamiliar word. By paying attention to the surrounding words or sentences, readers can make educated guesses about the meaning of the word. Context clues can include definitions, examples, or comparisons that help shed light on the unfamiliar word. This strategy allows readers to continue understanding the text without having to pause and consult external sources like dictionaries or thesauruses.
Which is the first step for verifying the meaning of a word using context clues?(1 point)
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Identify the word's part of speech and find synonyms in a thesaurus.
Identify the word's part of speech and find synonyms in a thesaurus.
Use a dictionary to find the definition of the word.
Use a dictionary to find the definition of the word.
Substitute the definition of the word you have decided on in the sentence to see if it makes sense.
Substitute the definition of the word you have decided on in the sentence to see if it makes sense.
Look for words and phrases surrounding the word that give clues about the word's meaning.
Look for words and phrases surrounding the word that give clues about the word's meaning.
Use the sentence to answer the question.
Marco realized that his attempts to help only alienated his friend because she avoided him whenever he offered advice.
Based on the context, which meaning does the underlined word have?
(1 point)
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comforted
comforted
drove away
drove away
calmed down
calmed down
excited
Based on the context of the sentence, the meaning of the underlined word "alienated" is "drove away".
How can an antonym in a context clue help a reader discover the meaning of a word?(1 point)
Responses
It restates the meaning of the unknown word.
It restates the meaning of the unknown word.
It gives the definition of the unknown word.
It gives the definition of the unknown word.
It provides a contrast to the unknown word.
It provides a contrast to the unknown word.
It replaces the unknown word with a familiar one.