Homograph Questions

Which meaning of the word "tear" is used in the sentence: "She will tear the paper into pieces."?

• To cry

• To rip or break

• A small drop of liquid from the eye

• A celebration

Which meaning of the word "lead" is used in the sentence: "The teacher will lead the class to the playground."?

• A) A type of metal

• B) To guide or direct

• C) The main part of a story

• D) A type of pencil

Which meaning of the word "bat" is used in the sentence: "He hit the ball with a bat."?

• A) A flying mammal

• B) A tool used in sports

• C) To hit something

• D) A stick used to hit a ball

Which meaning of the word "close" is used in the sentence: "Please close the door."?

• Near in distance

• To shut something

• To hug someone

• To make friends

Which meaning of the word "bow" is used in the sentence: "She tied her shoes with a bow."?

• To bend forward as a sign of respect

• A tied loop of fabric

• A type of weapon

• To bend in the air

Which meaning of the word "wind" is used in the sentence: "The wind is blowing hard today."?

• To twist or turn something

• Moving air

• To tighten or loosen something

Which meaning of the word "row" is used in the sentence: "They rowed the boat down the river."?

• A) A line of things

• B) To move a boat using oars

• C) To argue

• D) A piece of land

Which meaning of the word "tear" is used in the sentence: "A tear ran down her cheek."?

• To cry

• A small drop of liquid from the eye

• To rip or break

• To shed something

Which meaning of the word "lead" is used in the sentence: "He used a lead pencil to write the note."?

• A) A type of metal

• B) To guide or direct

• C) A heavy object

• D) The main part of a story

Which meaning of the word "left" is used in the sentence: "I left my book on the table."?

• The opposite of right

• To abandon or depart

• The past tense of leave

• To remain