Types of Context Clues

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His animosity, or hatred, of his sister divided the family.

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Marty is gregarious, unlike his brother who is quiet and shy.

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Celestial bodies, such as the sun, moon, and stars, are governed by predictable laws.

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She was virtuous, but her brother was evil.

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She hums continuously, or all the time, and it annoys me.

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The manager wanted a weekly inspection, which is a methodical examination of all the equipment.

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Tim said, “I am starving.” He was famished because he had not eaten all day.

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His animosity, or hatred, of his sister divided the family.

Animosity most likely means:

• kindness

• hatred

Marty is gregarious, unlike his brother who is quiet and shy.

Gregarious most likely means:

• quiet and shy

• outgoing

The feral cat would not let us pet him, unlike our friendly cat.

Feral most likely means:

• wild and unfriendly

• tame and friendly