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Comparing Archetypes in Literature — Unit test

Question 20 • Common Core ELA 10 A - Aberdeen

Which strategies are most effective to help a reader determine the meaning of an unknown word? Select three options.Check for nearby synonyms that may provide a clue to the word’s meaning.Determine if the author could have used a more appropriate word instead.Check surrounding words to see what events are leading up to this word.Ask people nearby if they happen to know the meaning of the unknown word.Substitute the unfamiliar word with a familiar word to see if it makes sense.

Answer
A
Check for nearby synonyms that may provide a clue to the word’s meaning.
B
Determine if the author could have used a more appropriate word instead.
C
Check surrounding words to see what events are leading up to this word.
D
Ask people nearby if they happen to know the meaning of the unknown word.
E
Substitute the unfamiliar word with a familiar word to see if it makes sense.
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