Homophones and Homographs Flashcard

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What is a homophone?

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Words that sound the same.

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What is a homograph?

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A word with the same spelling as another word but different meaning.

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Why is it important to understand homophones and homographs in English?

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To improve pronunciation, comprehension, and communication skills.

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Give an example of a homophone pair.

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pair/pear.

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Can you think of a sentence that contains both a homophone and a homograph?

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I saw a tear in her eye as she used the needle to tear the fabric.

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What is the difference between homophones and homographs?

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Homophones sound the same; homographs are spelled the same but have different meanings.

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Provide an example of a homograph.

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Lead (to guide) and lead (a type of metal).

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What is the meaning of the word 'tear' in the sentence 'I saw a tear in her eye'?

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A drop of liquid that comes from the eye.

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What is the meaning of the word 'tear' in the sentence 'She used the needle to tear the fabric'?

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To rip or pull apart.

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Why might homophones cause confusion in writing?

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Because they sound the same but have different meanings and spellings.