Question

game, the quarterback executed a flawless play, showcasing not only his individual talent but also the teams teamwork.\ eli was very confused about the word executed.
what strategy can help you understand an unknown word in a sentence?
○ guessing its meaning and moving on
○ asking a friend to help you figure it out
○ skipping the word or sentence
○ use the surrounding words or context
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Explanation:

To understand an unknown word in a sentence, using context clues (surrounding words/context) is a standard and effective strategy. Guessing and moving on, asking a friend, or skipping are not as reliable or independent as using context.

Answer:

D. Use the surrounding words or context