Question

choosing the correct homonym
meanings of the word current:

1. current = noun, \water flowing in a specific direction\
2. current = noun, \flow of electrical energy\
3. current = adjective, \up to date\

review the meanings of current on the left. which sentences use meaning 2, \flow of electrical energy\? check all that apply.
□ jay turned off the current before taking apart the outlet.
□ the school of dolphins rode the current.
□ todds current roommate is very neat.
□ the current from the overhead wire caused sparks to fly.
□ vanya stood in the river, with her body against the current.

Explanation:

1. For "Jay turned off the current before taking apart the outlet": Turning off electrical current is a standard action when working with electrical outlets, matching meaning 2.
2. For "The current from the overhead wire caused sparks to fly": Overhead wires carry electrical energy, and sparks from such wires are associated with electrical current, matching meaning 2.
3. The other sentences use different meanings: "The school of dolphins rode the current" and "Vanya stood in the river, with her body against the current" use meaning 1 (water flow); "Todd's current roommate is very neat" uses meaning 3 (up to date).

Answer:

• Jay turned off the current before taking apart the outlet.
• The current from the overhead wire caused sparks to fly.