Read the passage about space, then answer the question.

Scientists discovered the asteroid belt, an area of the solar system between Mars and Jupiter, where the greatest number of asteroid orbits can be found.

According to context clues, which best defines the underlined words?

an area of the solar system
an asteroid that is found on Jupiter
a region where many asteroids are located
a place to buy a belt made of asteroids

Respuesta :

The underlined word is the asteroid belt.  The context clue that best defines the asteroid belt is:

"an area of the solar system" (Option A).

What are context clues?

Context clues are defined as indications or hints included by the writer or author within a sentence, paragraph, or passage that a reader can use to understand the meanings of words that are new, difficult, or unfamiliar.

Examples of context clues are:

  • comparison/contrast
  • restatement
  • definition

Learn more about context clues at:

https://brainly.com/question/26349330

Answer:

i cant see  the underlined sentences cuz they dont show. but definitely not the last choice

Explanation: