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 may have 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 (verb) or a type of metal (noun).

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What part of speech is 'present' when it means a gift?

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Noun.

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What part of speech is 'present' when it means to show or introduce?

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Verb.

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In the sentence 'I like to play records,' what is the word 'records'?

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Noun.

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What does the word 'permit' mean when the accent is on the first syllable?

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To allow or give permission.

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What does the word 'rebel' mean when the accent is on the second syllable?

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A person who resists authority or control.

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How can you tell if a word is a homograph?

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Check if it has the same spelling as another word but different meanings and possibly different pronunciations.

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What is the importance of context in understanding homographs?

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Context helps determine which meaning of a homograph is being used in a sentence.

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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.