Some people who live in cities say the number of urban rats is increasing. These reports are mostly anecdotal. This means they are based on what people are saying rather than on scientific data.
Which word from the paragraph provides context clues to the meaning of the word “urban”?
(A) cities
(B) number
(C) reports
(D) data
The correct answer is (A) cities.
Explanation: The word “urban” refers to anything related to cities. Since the term is used in conjunction with “cities,” it provides a clear context clue indicating that “urban” pertains to areas that are densely populated or developed, which aligns with the meaning of “cities.”