The first option, "information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word," describes a context clue.
A context clue is information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word.
A context clue is a type of information in a text that helps the reader understand the meaning of a word. To determine the meaning of an unfamiliar word while reading a passage, you can look for context clues, which are typically words or phrases that provide hints or explanations about the word's meaning. By considering the nearby words, sentences, or paragraphs, you can make an educated guess about the word's definition. So, in this case, option one is the correct answer as it accurately describes a context clue.
