📚 Topic Summary
Words can be like shape-shifters! Some words have more than one meaning, depending on how you use them in a sentence. These are called multiple meaning words, or homonyms. Understanding these words helps you become a better reader and writer because you'll be able to understand the subtle differences in meaning. This worksheet will give you some practice with multiple meaning words.
For example, the word "bat" can mean a flying animal, or a piece of equipment used in baseball. How cool is that?
🔤 Part A: Vocabulary
Match the words with their correct definitions:
- Word: Bank
- Word: Fine
- Word: Park
- Word: Right
- Word: Watch
Definitions:
- A place to relax outdoors
- Correct
- An establishment for keeping money
- To observe carefully
- Acceptable or a monetary penalty
| Word |
Definition Number |
| Bank |
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| Fine |
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| Park |
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| Right |
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| Watch |
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✍️ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Read the paragraph and fill in the blanks with the correct meaning of the word "wave".
The surfer waited for the perfect ______ to ride. He saw a large ______ approaching the shore. He decided to ______ to his friend on the beach before paddling out.
- Meaning 1: ____________________
- Meaning 2: ____________________
- Meaning 3: ____________________
🤔 Part C: Critical Thinking
Explain how understanding multiple meaning words can help you become a better writer and reader. Give at least two specific examples.