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 sometimes 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 'hard' mean in the context of difficulty?

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In this context, 'hard' means difficult.

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What does the word 'fly' mean when referring to an insect?

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In this context, 'fly' refers to a small insect.

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What is the meaning of 'punch' in the context of a drink?

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In this context, 'punch' refers to a fruit-flavored drink.

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What is the difference between 'due' and 'dew'?

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'Due' means something that is owed or expected, while 'dew' refers to moisture that forms on surfaces overnight.

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What does the word 'fan' mean in the context of sports?

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In this context, 'fan' refers to a person who enjoys and supports a sports team.

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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 being used in a sentence.

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What is an example of a sentence using the homograph 'bat'?

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The bat flew out of the cave. (referring to the animal) / He hit the ball with a bat. (referring to the sports equipment)

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What does 'tear' mean when referring to crying?

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In this context, 'tear' refers to a drop of liquid that comes from the eye.