Question

Which statement uses the example type of context clue for the underlined word?

a) The constant interruptions discomfited, or frustrated, her.

b) The arduous task involves shoving, lifting, and hurling bricks.

c) The opportunity didn’t last long; it quickly dwindled, or went away.

d) Most of the house was destroyed, but the kitchen remained intact.

Answer 1

C: the opportunity didn't last long; it quickly dwindled, or went away.

Step-by-step explanation:

Dwindled means went away, this sentence gives away the definition of the word while the other sentences do not.

Answer 2

B). The arduous task involves shoving, lifting, and hurling bricks.

Step-by-step explanation:

The context clues are described as the hint or clues provided by the author with an aim to explain or clarify the meaning of the unfamiliar or unusual word that assists the readers to understand the meaning contextually and comprehensively. These clues are often found in the remaining part of the sentence after the unusual word or around the words surrounding it.

In the given question, option B exemplifies the 'example-type' context clues as it includes examples/instances like 'shoving, hurling bricks, lifting' that elaborates and illustrates the unfamiliar word 'arduous task' to the readers. These examples would assist the readers to understand the context of 'arduous tasks' which the author is referring to. Thus, option B is the correct answer.