Hachiko & Week 12 Homophones

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What is a homophone?

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A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and often a different spelling.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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Give an example of a homophone for 'pair'.

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'Pear' and 'pare' are homophones for 'pair'.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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What does 'peek' mean?

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To look quickly or secretly at something.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What does 'peak' mean?

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The highest point of something, such as a mountain.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is the meaning of 'weight'?

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Weight is the measure of how heavy something is.

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CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

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What is the meaning of 'wait'?

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To stay in one place or remain inactive until something happens.

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

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Who is Hachiko?

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Hachiko is a famous dog known for his remarkable loyalty to his owner, waiting for him at a train station every day.

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CCSS.L.11-12.1B

CCSS.L.11-12.3A

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What is the main theme of 'Hachiko: The True Story of a Loyal Dog'?

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The main theme is loyalty and the bond between a dog and its owner.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

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What is a synonym for 'throne'?

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A synonym for 'throne' is 'seat of power'.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What is the homophone for 'thrown'?

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The homophone for 'thrown' is 'throne'.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A