Context Clues: Types & ExamplesVersion en ligne Types of clues with examples par eman alsari 1 What type of context clues explains the meaning in the sentence, directly or indirectly? a A definition or explanation within the text b A random fact about the word c A synonym for the word is used elsewhere d An Antonym 2 Which type of clue is this: Many animals are (nocturnal), such as owls, bats, and raccoons, which are active at night. a A definition clue b An example clue c A gesture clue d An antonym clue 3 Which type of clue is this: The lake looked (serene), or calm and peaceful, in the early morning light. a Synonym clue b Antonym clue c Cause/effect clue d Example clue 4 Which clue suggests meaning by showing the opposite of the word? a Example clue b Definition clue c Antonym clue d Synonym clue 5 Which type uses a restatement of the word’s meaning in different words? a Contrast clue b Punctuation clue c Definition/explanation clue d Inference clue 6 What type of clue is this: Unlike his generous sister who shares everything, Adam is very (stingy) with his money. a Antonym clue b Synonym clue c Example clue d Definition clue 7 Which clue relies on the broader sentence meaning rather than a direct word meaning? a Synonym clue b Explicit definition c Definition by appositive d Inference clue