What is the main reason for confusion between the verbs 'lay' and 'lie'?

Understanding 'Lay' vs 'Lie' Verbs

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6th - 7th Grade
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Richard Gonzalez
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They are used in the same context.
They are spelled the same.
They have similar meanings.
They have the same past tense form.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the verb 'lay' mean?
To move oneself into a horizontal position.
To tell a falsehood.
To put something in a horizontal position.
To be in a vertical position.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence correctly uses the verb 'lay'?
He lies about his age.
I laid the book on the table.
The dog lay at his master's feet.
I lay down every afternoon.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the past tense of 'lay'?
Laid
Lay
Lied
Lain
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In which situation would you use 'lay' instead of 'lie'?
When you are telling a falsehood.
When you are resting on a sofa.
When you are placing a book on a table.
When you are moving into a horizontal position.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the verb 'lie' mean when referring to a horizontal position?
To place something in a horizontal position.
To stand upright.
To tell a falsehood.
To be or move into a horizontal position.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence correctly uses the verb 'lie' in the context of a horizontal position?
He lied about his age.
The dog has lain at his master's feet.
I lie the book on the table.
I laid down for a nap.
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