Words Often Confused 1-10 Review

Words Often Confused 1-10 Review

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English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between 'principal' and 'principle'?

Back

'Principal' refers to the head of a school or organization, or the main amount of money. 'Principle' refers to a fundamental truth or proposition that serves as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'persecute' mean?

Back

'Persecute' means to subject someone to hostility and ill-treatment, especially because of their race or political or religious beliefs.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the correct usage of 'Who's' and 'Whose'?

Back

'Who's' is a contraction for 'who is' or 'who has'. 'Whose' is a possessive form of 'who', used to ask about ownership.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'devise' mean?

Back

'Devise' means to plan or invent a complex procedure, system, or mechanism by careful thought.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'reign' mean in the context of a ruler?

Back

'Reign' refers to the period during which a sovereign occupies the throne.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the meaning of 'rain'?

Back

'Rain' refers to the precipitation of water droplets from the atmosphere.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'rein' mean?

Back

'Rein' refers to a long, narrow strap attached to a horse's bridle, used to guide or control the horse.

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