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QuizMultiple Choice

Improving Vocabulary with Word Parts and Context Clues — Unit test

Question 25 • (AG Q1) Academic English 9: 26-27 (SDunham)

Which sentence contains an example clue, a type of context clue to help the reader understand the meaning of "frugal”?

Answer
A
We were very frugal, very careful to save our money and not to spend too much.
B
Her frugal lifestyle of clipping coupons and waiting for sales helped her to live better with a minimum wage job.
C
Living a frugal life in childhood has helped me become more economical with shopping decisions as an adult.
D
Our friends spent whatever they earned wastefully, but we were frugal with our salaries.