Homonyms: Let the context guide you!

While homonyms may sound the same, they actually have different meanings. This can make the transition from speaking to writing challenging at times.

In the sentences below, look carefully at the context and choose the correct word to complete the sentence.

This quiz contains homonyms.

1. Ira sent a Placeholder for the answer to the company for the new software.
2. The teacher encouraged her students to read the Placeholder for the answer before starting the novel.
3. The on-line scheme Placeholder for the answer on people who want to start a home-based business.
4. Alexander, the aspiring writer, enjoyed working in a Placeholder for the answer shop.
5. The banners that flew from towers in medieval Europe are likely the precursors to the modern weather Placeholder for the answer.
6. Participants were asked to confirm their Placeholder for the answer at the conference.
7. Bridget relished the firm, Placeholder for the answer texture and rich, nutty flavour of the buckwheat bread.
8. When she opened the window, she heard the joyful Placeholder for the answer of the baby bird in the nest.
9. The manufacturer will require the Placeholder for the answer number of the item before it can provide assistance.
10. He can never tell the difference between an oyster and a Placeholder for the answer.
  
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