Homograph Flashcard

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What are homographs?

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Homographs are words that are spelled the same but have different meanings, and may be pronounced differently.

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What is the meaning of 'live' in the context of a broadcast?

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In this context, 'live' means when a broadcast is made as it is happening, or the opposite of dead.

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What does the word 'wind' mean when referring to moving air?

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In this context, 'wind' means moving air.

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What does the word 'wind' mean when referring to a clock?

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In this context, 'wind' means to turn the stem of the clock.

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True or False: Homographs can have more than one pronunciation.

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True.

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How can you determine the meaning of a homograph in a text?

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You can determine the meaning of a homograph by using context clues.

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Give an example of a homograph.

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The word 'bat' can refer to a flying animal or a piece of sports equipment used in baseball.

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What is the opposite of 'live' in the context of broadcasting?

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The opposite of 'live' is 'dead'.

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What is a context clue?

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A context clue is information from the surrounding text that helps you understand the meaning of a word.

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Can homographs have the same meaning?

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Yes, some homographs can have the same meaning but different pronunciations.