A context clue is:
AA hint within the surrounding text that helps decode an unfamiliar word
BA footnote
CA glossary entry
DAn index entry
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. A hint within the surrounding text that helps decode an unfamiliar word
1. Context clues are embedded within the sentence/paragraph.
2. They help readers infer unfamiliar word meanings.
3. Hence option B.
_Source: UGC NET Paper 1 Study Book (ugc-net.com class notes) — Reading Skills_