Question

use 1 of the 7 strategies to decode the meaning of the underlined word in the following sentence. since perrys mom always cautioned him to be safe, she admonished him when he forgot his helmet. to scold mildly encourage with compliments start fights with people

Explanation:

The word "admonished" can be decoded using the synonym strategy. The sentence mentions that Perry's mom "always cautioned him to be safe" and then "admonished him" when he forgot his helmet. "Cautioned" and "admonished" are related in meaning. "Cautioned" implies giving a warning or advice to be careful. "To scold mildly" is a similar concept. "Encourage with compliments" is the opposite in tone as the context is about a safety - related reminder (not praise). "Start fights with people" is completely unrelated to the context of a mother's safety - related communication.

Answer:

to scold mildly