Question

after analyzing the context, what is the next step the reader should take to determine the meaning of an unknown word? predict the definition. consult a reference. move on to the next section. reread the entire passage.

Explanation:

After analyzing context, predicting the definition helps in making an educated - guess about the unknown word's meaning before consulting a reference. Rereading the whole passage or moving on are not the immediate next steps for determining the word's meaning.

Answer:

Predict the definition.