Multiple-Meaning Words

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What are multiple-meaning words?

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Words that have more than one meaning or definition.

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Provide an example of a multiple-meaning word and its definitions.

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The word 'bat': 1) a flying mammal; 2) a piece of sports equipment used in baseball.

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What does the word 'plain' mean in the context of the sentence: 'It was plain to everyone but Edward'?

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In this context, 'plain' means obvious or clear.

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What is the meaning of 'capital' in the context of the sentence: 'Richmond is Virginia's capital'?

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In this context, 'capital' refers to the city where the government of a state is located.

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What does it mean to 'judge' in the context of the sentence: 'She thinks she needs to judge everything'?

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In this context, 'judge' means to form an opinion or make a decision about something.

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What does 'expired' mean in the context of the sentence: 'the passes expired'?

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In this context, 'expired' means that the passes are no longer valid or usable.

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What is the third definition of 'bright' as used in the sentence about Mrs. Doss's students?

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In this context, 'bright' refers to students who are intelligent or quick learners.

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How can context clues help determine the meaning of a multiple-meaning word?

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Context clues are words or phrases surrounding a word that provide hints about its meaning.

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What is the importance of understanding multiple-meaning words in reading comprehension?

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Understanding multiple-meaning words is crucial for accurately interpreting texts and answering questions.

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What is a synonym for 'judge' in the context of forming an opinion?

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A synonym for 'judge' in this context is 'evaluate'.