Monday, January 9, 2012

Context Clues 2. Concrete Examples

If you are given examples of an unknown word, you can often figure out the meaning.

Examples:
Nocturnal creatures, such as bats and owls, have highly developed senses that enable them to function i the dark.
Since my grandfather retired, he was developed several avocations such as gardening and long-distance bike riding. 


See Friday, February 27, 2012.
Thanks to Improving Reading Comprehension Skills by Langan, Cader, and Anton. 

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