Use the sentence to answer the question.

Question

Josiah had expected his great uncle's house to be dilapidated, but when he got there, it was well maintained.
Which type of context clue is most helpful for finding the meaning of the word dilapidated?
(1 point)
definition
guessing
restatement
contrast

Use the sentence to complete the activity.
The losing team could not hide the dejected look on their faces as they walked back to the locker room.
(1 point)
The word dejected functions as
has a similar meaning.
• in this sentence. The word

Which is the root of the word auditorium? (1 point)
audi
auditori
auditor
• aud

Answer 1

1. The type of context clue that is most helpful for finding the meaning of the word "dilapidated" is contrast. This is because the sentence presents a contrast between Josiah's expectations of a dilapidated house and the reality of it being well maintained.

2. The word "dejected" functions as an adjective in this sentence. The word describes the look on the losing team's faces.

3. The root of the word "auditorium" is audi.