January 19

Homophones

Homophones are words that sound the same but have different spellings and meanings.

What are the different meanings for each pair of homophones.

1. tied, tide

2. stake, steak

3. horse, hoarse

4. throne, thrown

5. suite, sweet

January 19

Journal

Do you think professional athletes and entertainers deserve the high salaries they get?
Why or why not? Which professions do you think should get the highest salaries? Why do
you think they deserve to be paid the most?