HOMONYMS FLASHCARD

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What is a homonym?

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A homonym is a word that is pronounced the same as another word but has a different meaning, and sometimes a different spelling.

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Give an example of a homophone for 'meet'.

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The homophone for 'meet' is 'meat'.

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What is the difference between 'your' and 'you're'?

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'Your' is a possessive adjective, while 'you're' is a contraction for 'you are'.

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What does the word 'trip' mean in the context of 'Did your trip go well?'

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In this context, 'trip' refers to a journey or travel.

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What is a homograph?

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A homograph is a word that is spelled the same as another word but has a different meaning and may have a different pronunciation.

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Provide an example of a homograph.

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The word 'lead' can mean to guide (pronounced 'leed') or a type of metal (pronounced 'led').

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What is the meaning of 'rein' in the context of controlling a horse?

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'Rein' refers to a strap used to guide or control a horse.

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What is the meaning of 'rain' in the context of weather?

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'Rain' refers to water droplets that fall from clouds.

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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 being used in a sentence.

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What does 'fine' mean in the context of 'Did your trip go fine?'

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'Fine' means satisfactory or acceptable.