26. Read the sentence: 'His natural camouflage allowed the iguana to be concealed in the grass.' The meaning of 'camouflage' is conveyed by which of the following types of context clues?
Answer: B
The meaning of 'camouflage' is conveyed by synonym context clues.
The term 'camouflage' is indicated by a synonym context clue, as the sentence illustrates how the iguana's natural ability to blend in with its environment allows it to be concealed.
A) Antonym
Antonym context clues provide a word with an opposite meaning to help define a term. In this case, there is no opposite of 'camouflage' presented in the sentence, making this option incorrect.
B) Synonym
This option is correct because the context of the sentence suggests that 'camouflage' refers to the iguana's ability to blend in, which is synonymous with being concealed. The wording directly relates the concept of camouflage to concealment without presenting a contrasting idea.
C) Affix
Affix context clues involve the use of prefixes or suffixes to derive meaning. However, the word 'camouflage' does not have any affixes that would help in understanding its meaning within this sentence, rendering this option incorrect.
D) Contrast
Contrast context clues highlight differences between ideas or terms. Since the sentence does not present any contrasting information regarding 'camouflage,' this choice does not apply and is therefore incorrect.
Conclusion
The synonym context clue effectively defines 'camouflage' as it relates directly to the concept of being concealed in the grass. Other options, such as antonym, affix, and contrast, fail to provide the necessary context or relationship to elucidate the meaning of 'camouflage' in this instance. Thus, option B is the most accurate choice.