Question

Which option describes a homophonic pun?
A. a pun that uses two words that sound the same but have different meanings
B. a pun that achieves its humor through the use of how words appear on the page
C. a pun that uses two words that look the same but have different meanings
D. a pun that uses ideas from two different disciplines, such as science and art

Answer 1

A. A homophonic pun uses two (or more) words that sound the same but have different meanings.