ELD Homophones

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What are homophones?

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Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and often different spellings.

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Give an example of a pair of homophones.

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An example of a pair of homophones is 'four' and 'for'.

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What is the meaning of the word 'four'?

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'Four' is a number that represents the quantity 4.

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What is the meaning of the word 'for'?

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'For' is a preposition used to indicate purpose or destination.

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How can context help in understanding homophones?

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Context helps determine the correct meaning of a homophone based on the surrounding words and the overall message.

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What is the meaning of the word 'your'?

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'Your' is a possessive pronoun used to indicate that something belongs to the person being addressed.

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What is the meaning of the word 'made'?

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'Made' is the past tense of the verb 'make', meaning to create or construct something.

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What is the meaning of the word 'wood'?

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'Wood' is a material that comes from trees, used for construction and making furniture.

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How do homophones affect writing?

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Using the wrong homophone can lead to misunderstandings and confusion in writing.

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What is a common mistake when using homophones?

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A common mistake is confusing 'their', 'there', and 'they're'.