Homophones and Homographs

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What are homophones?

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Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and may be spelled differently. Example: 'to', 'two', and 'too'.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

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What are homographs?

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Homographs are words that are spelled the same but have different meanings and may be pronounced differently. Example: 'lead' (to guide) and 'lead' (a type of metal).

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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Give an example of a homophone.

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An example of a homophone is 'flour' (used in baking) and 'flower' (a blooming plant).

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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What is the homograph in the sentence: 'The wind will wind through the trees'?

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The homograph is 'wind', which can mean moving air or to twist or turn.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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Complete the sentence with the correct homophone: 'I will __________ the book on the table.' (read/red)

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read.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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What is the homophone for 'pair'?

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The homophone for 'pair' is 'pear'.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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Choose the correct homophone: 'The __________ of the story was very interesting.' (plot/plot)

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plot.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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What does 'close' mean when used as a homograph?

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As a homograph, 'close' can mean near in distance or to shut something.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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Identify the homophone: 'I can __________ the music from my room.' (hear/here)

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hear.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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What is the meaning of 'knot' in the context of homophones?

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'Knot' refers to a tied loop, while 'not' is used to indicate negation.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

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