Question

identify the part of speech for the bolded word.
which type of context clue helps you determine the meaning of nocturnal?
a. examples
b. synonyms; comparison
c. definition
d. antonyms; contrast

1. the stripes and spots on the animals fur are bold, standing out with striking contrast against its body. these bold patterns make the animals markings highly noticeable, drawing attention to its unique features with their vivid colors and sharp outlines.

what does the word bold mean in this sentence?
a. fearless
b. strong appearance; easy to see
c. pale in appearance; difficult to see
d. shy

which type of context clue helps you determine the meaning of bold?
a. examples
b. synonyms; comparison
c. definition
d. antonyms; contrast

Explanation:

Question 1 (What does "bold" mean?):

To determine the meaning of "bold", we analyze the context. The sentence says the patterns "stand out with striking contrast", "are highly noticeable", have "vivid colors and sharp outlines". Option A ("fearless") is a common meaning of "bold" but doesn't fit here. Option C ("pale, difficult to see") is the opposite of what's described. Option D ("shy") also doesn't fit. Option B ("strong appearance; easy to see") matches the description of the patterns being noticeable and having vivid colors/outlines.

The sentence provides details (vivid colors, sharp outlines, highly noticeable) that define or explain what "bold" means in this context. Option A (examples) would involve listing specific instances, but here it's an explanation. Option B (synonyms/comparison) would use similar words or comparisons, but there's no synonym. Option D (antonyms/contrast) would use opposites, which isn't the case. So it's a definition - like explanation.

Answer:

B. strong appearance; easy to see

Question 2 (Which context clue for "bold"?):