Multiple Meaning Words
What are two meanings for the word Right?
You are right. You are correct
OR
Take a right turn
The teacher observed that students as they played on the playground.
What does observed mean?
Watched, looked at them
What she told me went IN ONE EAR AND OUT THE OTHER
What does this mean?
That I wasn't listening or you didnt hear or comprehend what was said.
What is a synonyms for baby?
Infant
Maria has been taking guitar lessons for 3 months. She practices everyday for 30 minutes. She has been getting better each day. She hopes she can be as good as her Uncle Jack one day.
What is the main idea of this paragraph?
Maria is learning to play the guitar.
What are two meanings for the word Seal?
The animal. A seal
OR
Seal an envelope.
Madeline was feeling anxious while waiting in the doctor's office because she was about to get a shot.
What does anxious mean?
Nervous, scared
I'm sorry I can't go out tonight, I have my HANDS FULL with the kids.
What does HANDS FULL mean?
Means you are too busy/occupied. You cant take on my responsibilities or work. You don't have time to do something.
What is a synonyms for boat?
Ship
Shelley went hiking in the woods with her dad. By the time they got home, there was a red rash all over Shelley's leg. It started itching really bad, her dad told her that it must be poison ivy. He rubbed some medicine on it to stop the itching.
What is the main idea of this paragraph?
Shelley got poison ivy while hiking.
What are two meanings for the word Pitcher?
A pitcher of lemonade
OR
A baseball pitcher
When moving her Mom’s flower vase, Christine had to be very cautious.
What does cautious mean?
Careful
I had to pay $100 for one shirt, what a RIP OFF.
What does the saying RIP OFF mean?
It was not a good deal.
What is a synonym for fix?
Repair
Lots of students love playing baseball. If you're one of them, come to Little League tryouts Tuesday after school. Gloves and hats will be provided.
What is the main idea of this passage?
Little League tryouts are Tuesday after school.
What are two meanings for the word Patient?
A patient in the waiting room at the doctors
OR
Being patient and waiting your turn
Since cellphones were not allowed in school, the teacher had to confiscate John’s cellphone when he had it out during class.
What does confiscate mean?
Take something away
Marcy told Kelly wow you GOT UP ON THE WRONG SIDE OF THE BED today
What does this mean?
That you're grumpy, grouchy, mean, not nice
What is a synonym for Clap?
Applause
One way to live a long life is to keep your heart in shape. The best way to do this is through exercise. It doesn't take a ton of exercise to keep your heart healthy. Most people say that 20 minutes of exercise 3x a week is all you need. Any amount of exercise a day is good.
What is the main idea of the story?
You can keep your heart healthy by exercising
What are two meanings for the word Company?
Someone owns a company
OR
I will keep you company.
Kristina was so eager to begin 7th grade that she picked out her entire outfit the night before school started.
What does eager mean?
Ready to begin, excited,
I hope I win the lottery said James. Yeah that'll happen when PIGS FLY said Carson
What does this mean?
That it will never happen
What is a synonym for Rich
Wealthy
My dog is called Buttons and her learns new tricks really quickly. When I say "hands" he will give me his paw. When I say "roll over" he rolls over. It only took me 3 days to learn the new tricks. I don't think other dogs learn that quickly. He is the best!
What is the main idea of the passage?
My dog is a very smart dog/fast learner.