Peace & Piece

English Language: KS3, topic 1.5.17

Peace and Piece

Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings or spellings. Let's look at an example...

Peace

Peace

  • The teacher just wanted some peace and quiet.
  • In the example above, peace means not being disturbed by anything. Peace can also mean being free from war or violence.
Piece

Piece

  • There is a piece of chocolate cake left.
  • Piece means a part of something.

Test yourself on Peace & Piece

  • Which word could replace 'slice' in this sentence?

    I would like a slice of cake.

  • Which sentences use 'piece' and 'peace' correctly?

  • What is the opposite of 'being at war'?

  • What has this bottle smashed into?

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