Exploring Contrasting Context Clues

This video tutorial teaches about contrast context clues, where antonyms are used to understand the meaning of words. It explains how words like 'although', 'however', and 'but' signal contrast clues. The lesson provides multiple examples, such as contrasting 'apprehensive' with 'no worries' and 'sweltering' with 'cool breezes', to illustrate how context clues work. The video also includes an activity for viewers to practice identifying contrast clues and concludes with a recap of the key points.

What type of context clue is used when an antonym is provided in the text?

• Example context clue

• Synonym context clue

• Definition context clue

• Contrast context clue

Which word signals a contrast context clue?

• Although

• And

• Because

• Also

What does 'apprehensive' mean based on the contrast with 'no worries at all'?

• Pleased

• Excited

• Indifferent

• Anxious

If 'sweltering' is contrasted with 'cool breezes', what does 'sweltering' imply?

• Extremely hot

• Very humid

• Mildly warm

• Pleasantly cool

What does 'introverted' mean when contrasted with 'outgoing'?

• Curious

• Friendly

• Energetic

• Shy

What is the meaning of 'dilate' when contrasted with 'contract'?

• To shrink

• To lighten

• To expand

• To darken

What does 'sauteed' mean when contrasted with 'baked'?

• Steamed

• Fried in fat

• Grilled

• Boiled

What does 'picturesque' mean when contrasted with 'ugly'?

• Unattractive

• Colorless

• Common

• Visually appealing

What does 'charcoal' mistakenly mean in the context?

• A type of laughter

• A dark color

• A drawing material

• A fuel for fire

What does 'obstentiously' imply when contrasted with 'dull color'?

• Modest

• Showy

• Colorful

• Simple