3 Questions
Which of the following is an example of a context clue?
D. The unfamiliar word is surrounded by familiar words.
What is the purpose of using context clues?
C. To help the reader understand unfamiliar words.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a context clue?
D. The word is capitalized.
Study Notes
Context Clues
- An example of a context clue is when the meaning of an unfamiliar word is inferred from the surrounding words or phrases in a sentence.
- The purpose of using context clues is to help readers determine the meaning of unknown words or phrases in a text.
Non-Examples of Context Clues
- An example of something that is NOT a context clue is a definition provided by a dictionary or a teacher, as it does not rely on the surrounding text to infer meaning.
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