Question

determine word meanings using context clues 1 - instruction - level d
snakes are milked many times after the initial, or first, collection. the venom is saved and used to make medicine. that makes milking a snake worth the risk of being bitten by one!
the medicine made by snake venom is called antivenom. it helps to save the lives of people bitten by venomous snakes.
complete the chart. which of these clues helps you understand what \initial\ means?
word
initial
clue
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meaning
the earliest

Explanation:

The text says "the initial, or first, collection", which shows that "initial" means the earliest as "first" is a synonym for the earliest in this context.

Answer:

The clue "or first" helps understand what "initial" means.