Homographs/Reading Comprehension

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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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Give 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 main idea of a text?

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The main idea is the central point or concept that the author wants to convey to the reader.

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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, or descriptions that help explain or reinforce the main idea.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials to prevent waste and reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials.

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What is one benefit of recycling?

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It reduces waste in landfills.

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What does the word 'wound' mean in the context of an injury?

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Injury.

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What natural resources are conserved through recycling?

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Timber, water, and minerals.

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What does it mean to refuse a request?

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To decline a request or demand.

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How can context clues help in understanding homographs?

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Context clues are words or phrases surrounding a homograph that help determine its meaning in a specific sentence.