HOMONYMS

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What are homonyms?

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Homonyms are words that sound the same but have different meanings and often different spellings.

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Provide an example of homonyms in a sentence.

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"We had to wait in line until they determined the weight of our bags." (wait, weight)

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What is the significance of context in understanding homonyms?

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Context helps determine which meaning of a homonym is intended in a sentence.

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Identify the homonyms in this sentence: "The four golfers watched for the ball when they heard someone shout 'fore!'"

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four, for, fore

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How can homonyms affect communication?

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Homonyms can lead to misunderstandings if the context is not clear.

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What is the difference between 'ate' and 'eight'?

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'Ate' is the past tense of eat, while 'eight' is the number 8.

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Explain the term 'context clues' in relation to homonyms.

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Context clues are hints within a sentence that help readers understand the meaning of a homonym.

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What is a common strategy for teaching homonyms?

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Using sentences or stories that include homonyms to illustrate their meanings.

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Provide a sentence using the homonyms 'way' and 'weigh'.

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"Come this way so they can weigh your luggage."

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What role do homonyms play in puns and jokes?

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Homonyms are often used in puns and jokes to create humor through wordplay.