The author explains the word recluse by saying “a person who avoids people.” What type of context clue is this?, A) Example, B) Contrast, C) Definition, D) Cause & Effect, The speech was ambiguous, leaving the audience unsure of its true meaning. What does ambiguous most nearly mean?, A) Clear, B) Confusing, C) Inspiring, D) Honest, Which word in the sentence helps you understand ambiguous?, A) Speech, B) Audience, C) Unsure, D) Meaning, Which sentence does NOT help explain the word exhausted?, A) He could barely keep his eyes open, B) He collapsed on the couch, C) He had endless energy, D) He fell asleep immediately, The scientist’s theory was initially rejected, but later evidence made it credible. What does credible most nearly mean?, A) Doubtful, B) Believable, C) Dangerous, D) Unimportant, Which context clue is used to explain credible?, A) Example, B) Contrast, C) Cause & Effect, D) Definition, Which sentence BEST uses context clues?, A) The man was anxious, B) Anxiety is common, C) Before the exam, she bit her nails and paced nervously, feeling anxious, D) Anxious means worried, The journalist used surreptitious methods to gather information, avoiding attention, A) Open and honest, B) Secretive, C) Violent, D) Careless, The critic dismissed the argument as trite, repeating ideas everyone had heard before., A) Original, B) Predictable, C) Complex, D) Dangerous, Despite the chaos, her voice remained unobtrusive, barely noticed by others, A) Loud, B) Aggressive, C) Quiet and unnoticed, D) Emotional, Which word does NOT fit the context of anger or hostility?, A) Vitriolic, B) Acrimonious, C) Belligerent, D) Tactful, The professor’s argument seemed irrefutable, leaving no room for objection. What does irrefutable suggest?, A) Emotional, B) Impossible to deny, C) Weak, D) Controversial, Which word BEST supports the meaning of irrefutable?, A) Professor, B) Argument, C) No room for objection, D) Emotional, The teacher tried to assuage, or calm, the students after the shocking announcement. Which word is closest in meaning to assuage?, A) Provoke, B) Calm, C) Rebuke, D) Nullify, The speech was vitriolic, meaning it was filled with extreme bitterness and hostility. What type of context clue is used?, A) Example, B) Synonym, C) Definition, D) Antonym, Unlike his parsimonious brother, Mark was generous with his money.What context clue helps explain parsimonious?, A) Example, B) Definition, C) Synonym, D) Antonym, She was meticulous—she checked every number twice and reviewed each detail carefully. What type of context clue is used?, A) Definition, B) Example, C) Synonym, D) Contrast, The witness tried to elude the question, avoiding a direct answer.Which word from the list is closest in meaning to elude?, A) Allude, B) Avoid, C) Advocate, D) Scrutinize, His speech was tactful, not provocative or offensive. What does tactful most nearly mean?, A) Aggressive, B) Offensive, C) Considerate and careful, D) Belligerent, The journalist used hidden cameras and fake identities—clearly a surreptitious approach. What does surreptitious most nearly mean?, A) Public, B) Honest, C) Secretive, D) Accidental

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