Commonly Confused Words
For each of the following sentences, identify the answer choice that correctly spells the underlined word.
For help with this exercise, see section 20g of Focus on Reading and Writing.
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The change in policy will not affect any of our students.
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I had the emergency brake checked already at the garage.
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If the police find you parked here, its certain that you will have to pay a fine.
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He knew the new professor by sight, but he didn’t now what course she taught.
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Her old neighborhood brought to mind faces from the past every time Kayla passed it.
Commonly Confused Words 2
For each of the following sentences, identify the word that correctly fills in the blank.
For help with this exercise, see section 20g of Focus on Reading and Writing.
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Some people tend to __________ more responsibility.
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They must also be conscious of _______ own needs.
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Since the actions of a few people can _______ the lives of many others.
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I suppose my actions can influence people _____.
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But depending on ______ you are at the time, the results can vary.