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ambivalent

Margaret had ambivalent feelings about attending the concert. She knew she would enjoy the music, but she didn't really want to go out in the rainy weather.

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mixed feelings

Front

What type of context clue hints at the meaning of the word "ambivalent" in the sentence: Margaret had ambivalent feelings about attending the concert. She knew she would enjoy the music, but she didn't really want to go out in the rainy weather? Options: example, explanation/definition, synonym, antonym.

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explanation/definition

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detest

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hate

Front

Which type of context clue hints at the meaning of the word "detest" in the sentence: "Unlike my parents, who love classical music, I detest it."? Options: example, explanation/definition, synonym, antonym.

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antonym

Front

The abandoned house was infested with vermin, including rats, fleas, and cockroaches.

Choose the correct definition of "vermin"

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pests

Front

What type of context clue hints at the meaning of the word "vermin" in the sentence: "The abandoned house was infested with vermin, including rats, fleas, and cockroaches."?

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example

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hideous

Mary sneered at the ugly sweater. “Wow,” she said. “That is just hideous.”

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unattractive

Front

What type of context clue hints at the meaning of the word "hideous" in the sentence: Mary sneered at the ugly sweater. “Wow,” she said. “That is just hideous.” Options: example, explanation/definition, synonym, antonym.

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synonym

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Beneficial

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helpful

Front

What type of context clue hints at the meaning of the word "beneficial" in the sentence: Regular exercise is beneficial to your body, but too much exercise is not good for you?

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antonym