Homophones

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What are homophones?

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Words that sound the same but have different meanings and often different spellings.

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Give an example of homophones.

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'pair' (a set of two) and 'pear' (a type of fruit).

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What is the homophone for 'sail'?

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'sale' (a transaction involving the exchange of goods for money).

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What does 'there' refer to?

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A place or location.

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What is the homophone for 'weight'?

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'wait' (to remain in a place until something happens).

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What is the meaning of 'hare'?

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A fast-running, long-eared mammal similar to a rabbit.

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What does 'their' indicate?

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Belonging to them.

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What is the homophone for 'heir'?

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'air' (the invisible mixture of gases we breathe).

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What does 'pair' mean?

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A set of two things that are similar or used together.

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What is the homophone for 'seal'?

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'sail' (the fabric used to catch wind on a boat).