Multiple Meaning Words Homonym

Which meaning of clip is used in this sentence? My neighbor used to clip herbs from my garden without asking.

• a device that holds objects together or in place

• a short part of a movie, show, or commercial

• to cut short with scissors

Which meaning of quarter is used in this sentence?

• one of four equal parts into which something is divided

• a coin worth 25 cents

• one of four grading periods in the school year

• a certain part of a city

Which meaning of trail is used in this sentence?

• to follow a person or animal, using signs left behind

• to lose to an opponent in a game

• to move slowly

• to drag something along

Which sentence uses definition #3?

• I won the 50-meter dash at school.

• Just throw a dash of salt into the cookie batter.

• She made a mad dash toward the donut stand.

• Please write a dash when someone interrupts the character.

Which sentence uses definition #2?

• What a cool idea you had to make cards for the retirement home!

• Who knew Mom could pick out such a cool hat?

• The babysitter handed the toddler a bowl of cool soup.

• He kept a cool look on his face, even while I told my best joke.

Select the meaning of puzzle as it is used in this sentence.

• to think hard about a problem or situation that is difficult to solve

• a toy involving small pieces that fit together

• a problem to figure out

Which meaning of rich is used in this sentence?

They warned me that the rich blue carpet might fade in the sun.

• having a lot of money or possessions

• having a strong color

• plentiful; having large amounts of something

Which meaning of bark is used in this sentence? The dog began to bark loudly when the mailman arrived.

• A) the sound a dog makes

• B) the outer covering of a tree

• C) a type of small boat

• D) a type of candy

Which meaning of bat is used in this sentence? She swung the bat with all her might and hit a home run.

• A) a flying mammal

• B) a piece of sports equipment

• C) to flutter or move quickly

• D) to wink

Which meaning of light is used in this sentence? The room was filled with light from the large windows.

• A) not heavy

• B) illumination

• C) a pale color

• D) to ignite