Commonly confused words in English (I)

• Complete the sentences with the correct underlined words [questions 1-8]

The new online banking system offers a convenient and ______ way to check your account. (efficient/effective)

Tell me ______ what your story is about. (briefly/shortly)

Official ______ has been granted for more construction near the river. (permission/permit)

The new tax would force companies to ______ energy-saving measures. (adapt/adopt)

Any change in your lifestyle will have an ______ on your health. (effect/affect)

Salaries will continue to ______ in line with inflation. (raise/rise)

Could you keep ______ while I'm on the phone, please? (quite/quiet)

This building has ______ designed entrances for the disabled. (especially/specially)

• For each sentence 1) - 4), choose one answer which is true [questions 9-12]

1) Alex knows his limitations.

• He is conscious of his limitations.

• He is a very conscientious person.

2) Mary seems to be a very caring and understanding character.

• Mary comes across as a nice character.

• Mary comes across as a sympathetic character.