Question

hready determine word meanings using context clues 1 - instruction - level d
instead, a scientist holds a snake near a glass container.
the scientist must press the snakes head. the scientist
has learned to squeeze the snakes head just right, so that
the snake opens its mouth. then the snake bites down on
the container. as the snake bites, the venom squirts out of
its fangs and into the container.
a snake cannot produce much venom at one time. scientists
milk many snakes each day to collect the venom they need.
complete the chart. what does
press mean in this passage?

Explanation:

The word "press" is followed by the context clue "squeeze". Squeeze means to push on from both sides. This context clue helps determine the meaning of "press" in this passage.

Answer:

to push on from both sides