Test On Homonyms! Trivia Questions Quiz

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1. The contractor plans to         a skyscraper.

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The correct answer is "build." This is because the contractor is planning to construct or erect a skyscraper. "Billed" refers to the act of sending a bill or invoice, while "Bill" is a person's name and does not fit the context of the sentence.

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Through this homonyms quiz, you can assess your comprehension of homonyms and explore the fascinating world of language intricacies. Homonyms are intriguing linguistic phenomena where words possess... see moreidentical sounds but carry distinct meanings. For instance, the words "too," "to," and "two" exhibit this intriguing characteristic. Some homonyms even share the same spelling while conveying different definitions. The former two categories are referred to as homophones, while the latter two are recognized as homographs. These captivating linguistic nuances inspire curiosity and can sometimes lead to amusing wordplay. Embrace the opportunity to test your knowledge and deepen your understanding of these linguistic marvels! see less

2. I went shopping for a                 car.

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The correct answer is "new". The question is asking for a word that fits the sentence "I went shopping for a _____ car." Among the options provided, "new" is the only word that makes sense in this context. The other options, "gnu" and "knew", do not fit the sentence grammatically or logically.

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3. I am not            to eat candy.

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The correct answer is "allowed". This means that the person is permitted or given permission to eat candy.

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4. I ordered a loaf of          from the bakery.

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The correct answer is "bread" because the sentence is referring to ordering a loaf, which indicates a type of baked food item. "Breed" refers to a specific type of animal or plant, and "bred" is the past tense of the verb "breed", neither of which make sense in the context of ordering something from a bakery.

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5. I love the _____ of fresh flowers.

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The word "scent" refers to the smell or fragrance of fresh flowers, which is what the speaker loves. "Sent" is the past tense of the verb "send" and does not make sense in this context. "Cent" refers to a unit of currency and is not related to the smell of flowers. Therefore, "scent" is the correct answer.

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6. The money for the field trip is                on Friday.

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The correct answer is "due". This is because "due" means that the money for the field trip is expected or required to be paid on Friday.

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7. The cat has a          around his neck.

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The correct answer is "collar" because a collar is a band or strap that is worn around the neck of an animal, such as a cat. It is commonly used to hold identification tags and can also be used for attaching a leash or controlling the animal.

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8. Megan waived            as she left school.

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Megan waved goodbye as she left school.

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9. The dog likes to        his bone in the sand.

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The dog likes to bury his bone in the sand.

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10. The weather outside is very            .

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The correct answer is "chilly" because it is describing the weather outside. It implies that the temperature is cold and possibly uncomfortable.

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