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directions: read the selection and choose the best answer to each question in the box.
context clues homework
context clues notes: ideas
inference - the word meaning isnt directly stated, but you can make a logical guess.
definition - the word is defined or restated in the sentence.
examples - one or more example of the word is in the sentence.
antonym - a word that has the opposite meaning for another word in the sentence.
synonym - a word that has the same meaning for another word in the sentence.

1. what should you do when using context clues?

a. read the sentence containing the unfamiliar word, leaving the word out.
b. look closely at the words around the unfamiliar word to help guess its meaning.
c. substitute a possible meaning for the word and read the sentence to see if it makes sense.
d. all of the above

1. read the sentence then determine the meaning of the unfamiliar word.

kevin appeared infallible on the basketball court because he never missed a shot.
what is the meaning of infallible?
a. incapable of making an error
b. imperfect
c. faulty
d. unsure of what hes doing

1. read the sentence then determine the meaning of the unfamiliar word.

michaels overt flirting with tiffany during lunch drew the attention of marshall, her boyfriend.
what is the best meaning of overt?
a. bearable
b. extremely pleasant
c. unbearable
d. soon went away

Explanation:

1. All options A - C are valid context - clue usage methods.
2. "Never missed a shot" implies no errors for "infallible".
3. Flirting that draws attention is obvious, so "overt" means obvious.

Answer:

1. D. All of the above
2. A. Incapable of making an error
3. No correct options provided in question, but should be "obvious" - like meaning.