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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What does the word 'play' mean in the sentence: 'The actor was in a play.'?

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A show.

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

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Bend at the waist (rhymes with how).

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What is the meaning of the word 'letter' in the sentence: 'Write a letter to your mom.'?

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A written message.

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What does the word 'bows' mean in the sentence: 'My sister wears bows on her head.'?

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Decorative ribbons.

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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 spelled the same but have different meanings; homophones sound the same but may have different spellings and meanings.

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

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To rip.

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What does the word 'tear' mean in the sentence: 'A tear rolled down her cheek.'?

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A drop of liquid from the eye.

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What does the word 'bat' mean in the sentence: 'He swung the bat.'?

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A piece of sports equipment.