Use what you know about context clues to explain the following word in a sentence: pastime. Be sure to include context clues that explain the word's meaning.

What is the first step in finding the meaning of an unknown word?

⭕ Make a prediction

⭕ Check your prediction.

⭕ Find context clues.

⭕ Check a dictionary.

Use the context clues to define the underlined vocabulary word.

It was clear that Emma had an overt love for her father and appreciated all of the sacrifice he made for her.

A. vague 

B. obvious 

C. amount of 

Read the excerpt from "Saving a Ghost Animal"

First, American Indians came to the island. They cleared forests and hunted the mammals. Later, explorers from Europe arrived. 

Based on the context clues, what is the meaning of the word explorers?

◯ To study animal behavior

◯ characterized by a sense of adventure

◯ people who investigate unknown lands 

◯ the act of destroying natural habitats