Homophone/Commonly Confused Words

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What is a homophone?

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A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and often a different spelling.

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Give an example of homophones.

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'bare' and 'bear' are examples of homophones.

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What does 'dessert' mean?

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Dessert refers to a sweet course typically eaten at the end of a meal.

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What does 'desert' mean?

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Desert can refer to a dry, barren area of land or the act of abandoning something.

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What is the difference between 'who's' and 'whose'?

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'Who's' is a contraction for 'who is' or 'who has', while 'whose' is a possessive form used to indicate ownership.

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When do you use 'there'?

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'There' is used to refer to a place or location.

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When do you use 'they're'?

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'They're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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When do you use 'their'?

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'Their' is a possessive adjective used to indicate that something belongs to them.

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What does 'weather' refer to?

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'Weather' refers to the state of the atmosphere at a particular place and time, including temperature, precipitation, and wind.

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What does 'whether' mean?

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'Whether' is used to introduce alternatives or choices.