IREAD HOMOGRAPHS 3W

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What is a homograph?

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A homograph is a word that is spelled the same as another word but has a different meaning and sometimes a different pronunciation.

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Give an example of a homograph.

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The word 'lead' can mean to guide someone or it can refer to a type of metal.

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What does 'rest' mean in the context of 'We can rest here for a while'?

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In this context, 'rest' means to take a break or relax.

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What does 'rest' mean in the context of 'The rest of the wood is in the yard'?

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In this context, 'rest' refers to what is left over or remaining.

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What does 'spell' mean in the context of 'Alex can spell all her words correctly'?

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In this context, 'spell' means to write or say the letters of a word in the correct order.

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What does 'spell' mean in the context of 'The witch cast a spell'?

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In this context, 'spell' refers to a magical incantation.

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What does 'pause' mean in the context of 'When you pause a video'?

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In this context, 'pause' means to temporarily stop the video.

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What does 'pause' mean in the context of 'There is a slight pause after reading a sentence'?

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In this context, 'pause' refers to a short break or stop in speaking or reading.

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What does 'tires' mean in the context of 'Running tires me out'?

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In this context, 'tires' means to make someone feel exhausted.

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What does 'tires' mean in the context of 'We bought new tires for the car'?

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In this context, 'tires' refers to the rubber coverings on the wheels of a vehicle.