Homonyms and Homophones

English IX - Skills

Which of these sentences includes a homonym?

He used the file to smooth off one corner of the file cabinet.

His old ragged coat seemed to match the creases in his face.

Who is that person with the briefcase?

The total sum stolen by the thieves was unknown.

Question

Homonyms and Homophones


 English IX - Skills


 Which of these sentences includes a homonym?



 He used the file to smooth off one corner of the file cabinet.



 



 His old ragged coat seemed to match the creases in his face.



 



 Who is that person with the briefcase?



 



 The total sum stolen by the thieves was unknown.

anonymous · Answer

The first! "File" is used in two different ways; as an abrasive surface used to smooth objects, and as a cabinet that stores papers :)