Some English words are spelled the same but have different meanings in different situations.
| EXAMPLE | We went to play in the park. Don’t park the car in the garage. |
When you come across a multiple-meaning word in your reading, use context clues to help you figure out which meaning and pronunciation are correct. If you are still unsure of the meaning, look up the word in a dictionary.
Figure Out Word Meanings Work with a partner. Look through the selection to find the words listed below. Follow the steps for using context clues to figure out its meaning.
HEALTH & SCIENCE
Squeaky does breathing exercises to help her reach her goal of winning the May Day race. Athletes, musicians, and many other people use special exercises to help them improve their skills.
Choose and Research a Goal Think of something you want to learn to do better, such as running faster or dancing better. Use books, magazines, or the Internet to find exercises you can do to reach that goal.
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Learn training exercises for different sports or hobbies.
Share Your Research Make a diagram that shows how several exercises can help you reach your goal. For example, you might draw a picture of a runner and then show how different exercises affect different parts of the body needed for running. Display and explain your diagram.