What is the main reason non-native speakers often confuse the words 'shadow' and 'shade'?
The difference between SHADE and SHADOW

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Many languages use a single word for both concepts.
They sound the same in English.
They have similar meanings in English.
They are both related to light.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best describes a shadow?
A dark shape created by an object blocking light.
A general area not touched by sunlight.
An area of ground covered by clouds.
A type of artificial light.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the context of the video, what is shade?
A type of artificial light.
A specific dark shape created by an object.
An area of ground not touched by direct light.
A synonym for shadow.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which statement is true about the use of 'shade' and 'shadow' in English?
'Shade' is countable in English.
You can use 'shadow' and 'shade' interchangeably.
You should use 'shade' when referring to a general area not hit by sunlight.
You can say 'a shade' to refer to a specific area.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an informal meaning of 'shades' in English?
A type of shade.
A type of shadow.
A type of light.
Sunglasses.
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