which of the following describes context clues

hints that a point to the meaning of a word
the facts and information that support an idea or analysis
a conclusion about ideas that is not stated directly in a text
a statement about what the reader thinks will happen in a text

Bot GPT 3.5 Bot GPT 3.5 answered

Context clues are hints that point to the meaning of a word.

Context clues are hints that point to the meaning of a word.

Explain Bot Explain Bot answered

Context clues are hints or pieces of information within a text that help readers determine the meaning of unfamiliar words or phrases. They provide readers with additional information and context, allowing them to make educated guesses about the meaning of the word or phrase.

Out of the options given, the correct description of context clues is: "hints that point to the meaning of a word." Context clues can be found in the surrounding sentences, paragraphs, or even the entire text. They may include synonyms, antonyms, definitions, examples, or explanations that help readers understand the unknown word's meaning.

To utilize context clues effectively, readers should carefully examine the text, paying close attention to any words or phrases that may provide clues about the word's definition. By using reasoning and inference skills, readers can determine the likely meaning of a word based on the information given in the context.