Meaning in Motion

Students read short paragraphs that each contain a homograph used in two different ways, then explain how context changes the meaning. Examples include words like bow, wind, present, and desert, demonstrating how part of speech and context affect interpretation. This exercise deepens students’ understanding of language structure and semantics. It encourages precise explanation and promotes critical thinking about how authors play with word meaning. The open-response format supports advanced language learners and comprehension practice.

Curriculum Skills Explored

English Language Arts – Word Meaning and Context Analysis

English Language Arts – Writing Explanations Using Evidence

English Language Arts – Vocabulary and Semantics

English Language Arts – Critical Thinking and Reasoning

This worksheet is part of our Homographs collection.