Homophones Homonyms And Homographs

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: I can't believe _____ going to the water park without us!

• their

• there

• they're

• theyre

Answer explanation

The correct word is 'they're,' which is a contraction for 'they are.' 'Their' is possessive, and 'there' refers to a place.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

The word 'tear' can be pronounced two ways. Sort the sentences based on the meaning of tear: A drop of water from the eye, or to rip something apart.

Groups:

(a) A drop of water from the eye

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(b) To rip something apart

• Be careful not to tear the page.

• A single tear rolled down her cheek.

• He saw a small tear in his new shirt.

• The sad movie made a tear come to his eye.

Answer explanation

The sentences are sorted by the two different meanings and pronunciations of the homograph 'tear': one meaning a drop of water from the eye (pronounced 'teer'), and the other meaning to rip (pronounced 'tair').

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CCSS.L.5.5C

In the sentence, 'The dog wagged its tail,' why is 'its' the correct choice?

• Because 'it's' means 'it is.'

• Because 'its' shows that the tail belongs to the dog.

• Because 'its' is a place.

• Because 'it's' shows ownership.

Answer explanation

'Its' is a possessive pronoun that shows ownership (the tail belongs to it). 'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has' and would not make sense in the sentence.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Match each term to its correct definition.

• Words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings.

• Homonym

• Words that are spelled the same but may have different meanings and pronunciations.

• Homograph

• Words that are spelled and sound the same but have different meanings.

• Homophone

Answer explanation

Each term is matched with its precise definition. Homophones sound alike (sea/see), Homographs are spelled alike (lead/lead), and Homonyms are both (bat/bat).

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Which sentence uses the word right to mean 'correct'?

• Please write your name on the paper.

• Make a right turn at the next corner.

• You got the answer right!

• It is a rite of passage to graduate.

Answer explanation

In this sentence, 'right' means correct or accurate. The other options use 'write' (to form letters), 'right' (a direction), and 'rite' (a ceremony).

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Read the sentence: 'The bird that looks like a pigeon is a mourning dove.' What does 'dove' mean here?

• Jumped headfirst into water.

• A type of peaceful bird.

• A brand of soap.

• A dark gray color.

Answer explanation

In this context, 'dove' (pronounced /dʌv/) is a noun referring to a type of bird. It is a homograph of 'dove' (pronounced /doʊv/), the past tense of the verb 'dive'.

Sort these sentences based on the meaning of the homonym park: A public green space, or to leave a vehicle.

Groups:

(a) A public green space

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(b) To leave a vehicle

• My dad will park the car.

• You can't park here.

• The kids love the new playground at the park.

• We had a picnic in the park.

Answer explanation

The sentences are sorted by the two different meanings of the homonym 'park.' One is a noun referring to a recreational area, and the other is a verb meaning to position a car.

Which word correctly completes the sentence: I don't know _____ I should bring a jacket or not.

• weather

• whether

• wether

• where

Answer explanation

'Whether' is used to introduce a choice or uncertainty. 'Weather' refers to atmospheric conditions. 'Wether' is a type of sheep, and 'where' refers to a location.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

The word bow is a homograph. Match the word to the sentence that shows its correct meaning.

• You should bow to the queen.

• bow (rhymes with 'go')

• The archer picked up his bow and arrow.

• bow (rhymes with 'now')

• She tied a red bow in her hair.

• bow (rhymes with 'go')

Answer explanation

This matches the different pronunciations and meanings of 'bow'. The 'go' rhyme refers to the noun (a knot or a weapon), while the 'now' rhyme refers to the verb (to bend at the waist).

The word bat is a homonym. What are two common meanings of this word?

• A flying mammal and a piece of sports equipment.

• To hit a ball and to close your eyes quickly.

• A type of bird and a type of fish.

• A wooden stick and a metal can.

Answer explanation

The homonym 'bat' most commonly refers to either the nocturnal flying animal or the wooden or metal club used in sports like baseball.