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→ Read or Listen to the passage. Locate all of the meanings of the homonym or heteronym. Studying for a test: limit and time your responses to 30-60 seconds.
HETERONYM: CONDUCT
“In science class, we tested which metals could conduct electricity by connecting wires to a small battery and bulb. The light glowed when the material worked. Later, our teacher reminded us that students should conduct themselves respectfully during experiments, keeping the lab safe. In music practice, the director lifted his baton to conduct the orchestra, guiding the rhythm of violins and drums. At the end of the day, our principal spoke about school conduct, explaining how rules help create a positive environment.”
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List of the different ways that this word can be used.
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Pronunciation
Conduct (/ˈkɑn.dʌkt/) → stress first syllable (behavior, noun).
Conduct (/kənˈdʌkt/) → stress second syllable (verb: to guide, carry).
Intonation Practice
“His classroom conduct was excellent.”
“Copper wires conduct electricity well.”
“The teacher will conduct the orchestra.”Expression Tip
Stress the first syllable for nouns.
Stress the second syllable for verbs.
SEVERAL MEANINGS
Conduct (/kənˈdʌkt/) – behavior.
Conduct (/kənˈdʌkt/) – the way something carries (electricity/heat).
Conduct (/kənˈdʌkt/) – to guide or lead (music, people).
IDIOMS/EXPRESSION
Code of conduct – rules for behavior.
Conduct a survey/meeting – to carry out officially.

