Which phrase describes a context clue? (1 point)
• words or phrases in a text that help the reader determine the meaning of a word
• resources that help the reader determine the origin of a word
• resources that help the reader determine the pronunciation of a word
• words or phrases in a text that help the reader determine where to find the definition of a word
• words or phrases in a text that help the reader determine the meaning of a word
Use the context clues in the sentence to answer the question.
The aroma of oregano, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes simmering filled the apartment as Carolyn prepared dinner for her friends.
In the sentence, the word aroma means
(1 point)
• smell
• food
• spices
• cooking
In this sentence, the context clues indicate that "aroma" refers to a smell, so the correct answer is "smell."
The correct phrase that describes a context clue is: "words or phrases in a text that help the reader determine the meaning of a word."
To get the answer to this question, you can start by understanding the definition of a context clue. A context clue is a word or group of words within a sentence or passage that gives hints about the meaning of an unfamiliar word. Once you have a clear understanding of what a context clue is, you can then look at the options provided and determine which one matches this definition. By analyzing each option, you will find that the first one accurately describes a context clue as words or phrases in a text that help the reader determine the meaning of a word.