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 'piece'?

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'peace' (a state of tranquility).

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What is the homophone for 'stares'?

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'stairs' (steps leading from one floor to another).

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What is the homophone for 'knight'?

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'night' (the time of day when it is dark).

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What is the homophone for 'steel'?

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'steal' (to take something that doesn't belong to you).

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What is the homophone for 'hair'?

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'hare' (a type of animal similar to a rabbit).

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How can you tell homophones apart in writing?

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By looking at their spelling and meaning in context.

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Why is it important to understand homophones?

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To avoid confusion in writing and speaking.

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What is a sentence using 'bare' and 'bear'?

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'The bear walked on the bare ground.'