Homographs

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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 often a different pronunciation.

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Give an example of a homograph and its meanings.

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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 does the word 'present' mean when used in the sentence: 'All the students are present today'?

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In this context, 'present' means 'here'.

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What does the word 'bow' mean in the sentence: 'Maria placed a red bow on the birthday gift'?

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In this context, 'bow' means 'decorative ribbon'.

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What does the word 'bow' mean in the sentence: 'The singer made a low bow to the audience'?

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In this context, 'bow' means 'to bend at the waist'.

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What does the word 'wound' mean in the sentence: 'The soldier received a wound in the battle'?

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In this context, 'wound' means 'an injury'.

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What does the word 'minute' mean in the sentence: 'The chances of success were minute'?

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In this context, 'minute' means 'small or tiny'.

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How can context help determine the meaning of a homograph?

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Context provides clues about which meaning of the homograph is intended based on the surrounding words and the overall sentence.

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What is the importance of understanding homographs in reading?

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Understanding homographs helps readers comprehend texts accurately and avoid confusion caused by words that look the same but have different meanings.

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Can homographs have the same pronunciation?

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Yes, some homographs are pronounced the same but have different meanings, known as homophones.