Frequently Confused Words DG

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What is the difference between 'effect' and 'affect'?

Back

'Effect' is a noun that refers to a change that has occurred. 'Affect' is a verb that means to influence something.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

When do you use 'to', 'too', and 'two'?

Back

'To' is a preposition used to indicate direction. 'Too' means also or excessively. 'Two' is the number 2.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

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What does 'its' mean?

Back

'Its' is a possessive pronoun used to indicate that something belongs to it.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does 'it's' mean?

Back

'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

Front

What does 'two' refer to?

Back

'Two' is the number 2.

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CCSS.2.OA.C.3

Front

What is the meaning of 'effect' in a sentence?

Back

'Effect' refers to the result or outcome of a particular action.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

How do you use 'to' in a sentence?

Back

'To' is used to indicate direction, as in 'I am going to the store'.

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CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.6

Front

What is an example of using 'too' in a sentence?

Back

'Too' can be used as in 'I am too tired to play'.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

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

Back

'Its' shows possession, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.2D

Front

Can you give an example of 'two' in a sentence?

Back

'I have two apples.'

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A