Question

the robot makers
\until now, their robots had been just
a hobby. if they started taking on paid
projects, robotics would become their
family business.\

which context clue helps you figure
out the meaning of hobby?

(1 point)

robotics and robots, because
○ they are synonyms for the
words hobbies and hobby

paid project, because a hobby is
○ something you enjoy doing that
you do not get paid for

family business, because a
○ hobby is an example of a family
business

○ choice d

Explanation:

To determine the context clue for "hobby", we analyze each option:

• The first option is incorrect as "robotics" and "robots" are not synonyms for "hobby".
• The second option is correct. The contrast between "paid projects" (where one gets paid) and "hobby" implies a hobby is an unpaid, enjoyable activity.
• The third option is incorrect as a hobby is not an example of a family business; a family business is a paid venture, unlike a hobby.
• Choice D is not relevant here.

Answer:

B. paid project, because a hobby is something you enjoy doing that you do not get paid for