Frequently Confused Words Flashcard

Front

What is the difference between 'than' and 'then'?

Back

'Than' is used for comparisons, while 'then' refers to time.

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CCSS.L.2.1E

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.3.1G

Front

What does 'too' mean?

Back

'Too' means excessively or also.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What is the meaning of 'to'?

Back

'To' is a preposition used to indicate direction, place, or position.

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CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

Front

What does 'two' refer to?

Back

'Two' is the number 2.

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CCSS.2.OA.C.3

Front

What is a contraction?

Back

A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words, like 'they're' for 'they are'.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What is the difference between 'their', 'there', and 'they're'?

Back

'Their' shows possession, 'there' indicates a place, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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CCSS.L.4.1G

CCSS.L.K.4A

Front

What does 'affect' mean?

Back

'Affect' is a verb that means to influence something.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

What is the meaning of 'effect'?

Back

'Effect' is a noun that refers to the result of a change.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

When do you use 'too' in a sentence?

Back

'Too' is used when you want to say something is excessive or when you mean 'also'.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

How do you use 'to' in a sentence?

Back

'To' is used to indicate direction, like '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