Context Clues 🔎

TOEFL asks: "The word X in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to..."

Strategy

1. Don't panic if you don't know the word.
2. Read the sentence. Substitute the options into the sentence. Which one makes sense?
3. Context: Look for synonyms, antonyms, or definitions nearby.

Example

"The habitat was desolate, with no trees or water visible." A) Happy B) Empty/Barren C) Crowded (Context 'no trees or water' suggests Empty).