EOC Practice: Commonly Confused Words

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What is the difference between 'Its' and 'It's'?

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'Its' is a possessive pronoun meaning 'belonging to it'. 'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.

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What does 'affect' mean?

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'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence or make a change in something.

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What does 'effect' mean?

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'Effect' is a noun meaning the result or outcome of a change.

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What are phrasal verbs?

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Phrasal verbs are phrases that combine a verb with a preposition or adverb, creating a meaning different from the original verb.

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Give an example of a phrasal verb.

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Examples include 'focus on', 'point out', and 'get by'.

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What is the difference between 'complement' and 'compliment'?

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'Complement' means to complete or enhance something, while 'compliment' means to praise someone.

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What does 'lose' mean?

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'Lose' is a verb meaning to be unable to find something or to fail to keep something.

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What does 'loose' mean?

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'Loose' is an adjective meaning not tight or free from constraint.

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What is a common mistake with 'affect' and 'effect'?

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Many confuse 'affect' (verb) with 'effect' (noun), leading to incorrect usage.

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What is the correct usage of 'its' in a sentence?

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Example: 'The dog wagged its tail.'