Commonly Confused Words Practice Flashcard

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What is the difference between 'principal' and 'principle'?

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'Principal' refers to the head of a school or organization, while 'principle' refers to a fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.

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When do you use 'then' vs 'than'?

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'Then' is used to indicate time or a sequence of events, while 'than' is used for making comparisons.

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What is the difference between 'whose' and 'who's'?

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'Whose' is a possessive form used to ask about ownership, while 'who's' is a contraction for 'who is' or 'who has'.

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What does 'they're' mean?

Back

'They're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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What does 'there' refer to?

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'There' is used to refer to a place or location.

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What does 'than' indicate?

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'Than' is used in comparisons to show the difference between two things.

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What is the meaning of 'affect'?

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'Affect' is a verb that means to influence something.

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What is the meaning of 'effect'?

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'Effect' is a noun that refers to the result of a change.

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How do you use 'your' vs 'you're'?

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'Your' is a possessive form meaning belonging to you, while 'you're' is a contraction for 'you are'.

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What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

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'Its' is a possessive form meaning belonging to it, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'.