Homographs

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What is a homograph?

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A word that has the same spelling but different meanings.

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Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word: The singer made a low bow to the audience.

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Bend at the waist (rhymes with how)

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Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word: the roll was good with butter.

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A type of bread.

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Choose the correct meaning of the underlined word: I have to wind my clock.

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Turn the stem (rhymes with find).

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How can you find out the meaning of a homograph in a text?

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Using context clues.

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Give an example of a homograph.

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Lead (to guide) and lead (a type of metal).

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What is the difference between homographs and homophones?

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Homographs are words that are spelled the same but have different meanings; homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings.

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What does the word 'tear' mean when used in the sentence: 'I will tear the paper'?

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To rip or pull apart.

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What does the word 'tear' mean when used in the sentence: 'She shed a tear'?

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A drop of liquid from the eye.

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What is the meaning of the word 'bat' in the sentence: 'He swung the bat'?

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A piece of sports equipment used in baseball.

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