Context Clues
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For each question, identify the type of context clue used to help you determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word.
A.
The crop should be in good shape this year if we get enough precipitation.
- Restatement Clue
- Contrast Clue
- Situtational Clue
B.
Identify the type of context clue used in the sentence.
All day I had a strong longing, or desire, for a piece of chocolate cake.
All day I had a strong longing, or desire, for a piece of chocolate cake.
- Restatement Clue
- Contrast Clue
- Situtational Clue
C.
What type of context clue is used in the sentence below?
Most people mow a lawn in straight lines; however, Carl made a zigzag pattern.
Most people mow a lawn in straight lines; however, Carl made a zigzag pattern.
- Restatement Clue
- Contrast Clue
- Situtational Clue
D.
Your argument is fairly good, but there are some flaws in it.
- Restatement Clue
- Contrast Clue
- Situtational Clue
E.
Identify the type of context clue used in the sentence below.
The twins played a piano duet, but their brother did a trumpet solo.
The twins played a piano duet, but their brother did a trumpet solo.
- Restatement Clue
- Contrast Clue
- Situtational Clue
F.
What type of context clue is used in the sentence below?
Although Sam’s suit was costly, his shoes were cheap.
Although Sam’s suit was costly, his shoes were cheap.
- Restatement Clue
- Contrast Clue
- Situtational Clue
G.
Bob is quite versatile: he is a good student, a top athlete, an excellent car mechanic, and a gourmet cook.
- Restatement Clue
- Contrast Clue
- Situtational Clue
H.
Identify the type of context clue used in the sentence below.
No one ever believes that particular newspaper because it is famous for printing canards.
No one ever believes that particular newspaper because it is famous for printing canards.
- Restatement Clue
- Contrast Clue
- Situtational Clue
I.
Why would anyone want to be an underachiever; he will never make good grades, never get a good job, and never be successful.
- Restatement Clue
- Contrast Clue
- Situtational Clue