Context Clue #4: Example or Explanation. This type of context clue uses examples to help the reader infer the meaning of the vocabulary word.
Millions of households in the United States own at least one reptile or amphibian. Reptiles include turtles, lizards, and snakes, and amphibians include frogs, salamanders, and caecilians.Reptile and amphibian owners should be aware that their pets may carry germs that make people sick.illions of households in the United States own at least one reptile or amphibian. Reptiles include turtles, lizards, and snakes, and amphibians include frogs, salamanders, and caecilians.
Misconceptions. Many people confuse reptiles, particularly snakes, with amphibians. Reptiles have scales, and amphibians do not. Salamanders, which are amphibians, are often erroneously referred to as lizards. Because amphibians have moist skin, most people assume all amphibians live in wet areas.