At times in debate there is dissension. When discussing topics on which people take varying positions, it is especially important to have strong communication skills.

Question

"People take varying positions" is the context clue for the word dissension. Which type of context clue is this?

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O example

Odefinition

O synonym

O antonym

Answer 1

The context clue "People take varying positions" helps to understand the meaning of the word "dissension" by indicating a disagreement or difference of opinion. This type of context clue is best categorized as a definition.

So the correct answer is: definition.