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Select the Correct Word that has Multiple Meanings

In this worksheet, students will find the word that matches all of its single word definitions, the word will be a homonym. This will build students’ vocabulary and comprehension skills.

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'Select the Correct Word that has Multiple Meanings' worksheet

Key stage:  KS 2

Year:  Year 5 11+ worksheets

Curriculum topic:   Verbal Reasoning

Curriculum subtopic:   Multiple Meanings

Difficulty level:  

Worksheet Overview

What do you notice about the word rash in the two sentences below?

 

The rash on her arm was really itchy.

There was no doubt she had made a foolish and rash decision.

 

You’ve got it. The word rash means something completely different in each sentence!

 

Some words are spelled the same, but have more than one meaning. We call these homonyms.

 

For example: rash could mean marks and spots on your skin, or it could mean a thoughtless decision or action.

 

Woman itching her red and sore arm  

 

We need to find a word that fits with the words in the left and right sets of brackets. This word will be a homonym.

 

(Gift, Treat)  (Now, Current)

 

Our choices are: 

 Soon

 Today

 Ready

Instant

 Present

 

The answer is present because it fits with both the word groups and their associated meanings. Present can mean a gift, as well as referring to the current time.


unwrapping presents        

 

Let’s attempt another question:

Which word matches both sets of meanings in the brackets?

 

(Moult, Cast off)  (Outbuilding, Hut) 

 

Our choices are: 

 Remove

 Shed

 Stable

 Barn

 Drop

 

The correct answer is shed as this means to lose hair or skin, and can also be a small structure in the garden.

 

a shed        lizard shedding skin

 

In this activity, you will need to be a homonym hunter and match words to their meanings.

 

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Pssst!!

Here's a handy hint to help you reach superstar status:

The word you choose has to match all of the definitions provided.

 

It's over to you!

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