In the context of skipping an unfamiliar word:
A. It's O.K. to skip an unfamiliar word if the word adds details that are not crucial to the main idea. If the word is not essential for understanding the main point of the text, skipping it can be acceptable.
B. Underlining and highlighting the word may help draw attention to it, but simply marking the word without understanding its meaning doesn't necessarily indicate that it's okay to skip it.
C. If you can't find any context clues to hint at the meaning of the unfamiliar word, it may be challenging to grasp its significance in the sentence. However, the lack of context clues doesn't automatically make it okay to skip the word.
D. Not having a dictionary around may make it difficult to look up the unfamiliar word, but it doesn't necessarily mean it's okay to skip it. Using context clues and critical thinking skills can also help determine the meaning of unknown words.
In summary, it's generally acceptable to skip an unfamiliar word if it doesn't contribute significantly to the main idea of the text. However, it's important to consider the context and relevance of the word before deciding to skip it.
