Question

1. identify the type of context clue used in the following sentence by looking at the bold word. instead of a light shower as the weatherman predicted, we prepared for a deluge example contrast cause and effect analogy 18) using the context clues, identify the meaning of the word as it is used in the sentence. instead of a light shower as the weatherman predicted, we prepared for a deluge flood; downpour help; aid pass on; hand down excited

Explanation:

1. The word "Instead" indicates a contrast. A light shower was predicted, but a deluge was expected. So the context - clue type is contrast.
2. Since "deluge" is contrasted with "light shower", it means a heavy - rain event like a flood or downpour.

Answer:

1. B. contrast
2. A. flood; downpour