Multiple choice

With regard to reading for comprehension, which of the following pairs is an example of homographs?

  1. Lead [metal] I Lead [give direction]

  2. Led [gave direction] I Lead [metal]

  3. Mail [post] I Male [gender]

  4. Warm I Lukewarm
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Explanation

Homographs have identical spelling but different meanings and pronunciations. Lead (the heavy metal, pronounced led) and lead (to guide or direct, pronounced leed) are classic examples of homographs.

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