Question

which sentence contains an example clue, a type of context clue to help the reader understand the meaning of frugal?
○ we were very frugal, very careful to save our money and not to spend too much.
○ her frugal lifestyle of clipping coupons and waiting for sales helped her to live better with a minimum wage job.
○ living a frugal life in childhood has helped me become more economical with shopping decisions as an adult.
○ our friends spent whatever they earned wastefully, but we were frugal with our salaries.

Explanation:

To identify the sentence with an example clue for "frugal", we analyze each option:

• First option: Defines "frugal" (synonym/definition clue, not example).
• Second option: Provides examples ("clipping coupons" and "waiting for sales") to illustrate a frugal lifestyle. This is an example clue.
• Third option: Uses a synonym ("economical") (synonym clue, not example).
• Fourth option: Contrasts with "wastefully" (antonym clue, not example).

Answer:

B. Her frugal lifestyle of clipping coupons and waiting for sales helped her to live better with a minimum wage job.