Commonly Confused Words: affect/effect

Commonly Confused Words: affect/effect

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English

7th - 9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

Back

Affect is a verb meaning to influence something, while effect is a noun meaning the result of a change.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'affect' mean?

Back

To influence something.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'effect' mean?

Back

The result of something.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Provide a synonym for 'affect'.

Back

Influence.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Provide a synonym for 'effect'.

Back

Result.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In the sentence 'The storm had a negative ______________ on the town', which word fits: affect or effect?

Back

Effect.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In the sentence 'The storm will ______________ the power supply', which word fits: affect or effect?

Back

Affect.

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