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Commonly Confused Words Review

Total questions: 170

Worksheet time: 57mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
John has a very strong _____________ for extremely soft fleece blankets.
a)
bias
b)
biased
2.
Sam heard that the physicist was ______________ against him because he had beaten her for the Nobel Prize.
a)
bias
b)
biased
3.
Joe's uncle agreed that the coach was ________________ toward the players that were part of last year's championship team.
a)
bias
b)
biased
4.
Zazu explained his ___________ for brightly colored objects.
a)
bias
b)
biased
5.
If she doesn't get the part, Audrey will assume that the director is ____________ against amazing actresses. 
a)
bias
b)
biased
6.
Sally has a personal _____________ against creamy salad dressing.
a)
bias
b)
biased
7.
President Trump forgot his ___________ against theme parks and had a great time on the roller coaster.
a)
bias
b)
biased
8.
Tony wants to _____________ the schedule for tomorrow so that he can go swimming in the morning.
a)
altar
b)
alter
9.
Trevor thought he could ____________ his own pants, but it turned out to be too difficult.
a)
altar
b)
alter
10.
Oliver Wood was amazed when a bird flew into the church and landed on the ____________.
a)
altar
b)
alter
11.
Sarabi wondered if the pastor could see that the ____________ had a crack in it.
a)
altar
b)
alter
12.
Peter asked me if I would _____________ my dinner plans so that I could help him set up for his party.
a)
altar
b)
alter
13.
By the time Timmy got to my house, I had _____________ eaten all the brownies.
a)
already
b)
all ready
14.
Hannah can't believe that her mom is ____________ planning the Thanksgiving menu for next year.
a)
already
b)
all ready
15.
Gale and his teammates are _________________ for the championship game on Saturday.
a)
already
b)
all ready
16.
Rudy thought she was _____________ to go, but then she remembered she hadn't taken the trash out yet.
a)
already
b)
all ready
17.
Vincent presented his report about _____________ to his history class.
a)
prejudice
b)
prejudiced
18.
The __________________ violen teacher would not take Zeke as a student because she didn't think he was a prodigy.
a)
prejudice
b)
prejudiced
19.
During the ski trip, Amy's friends showed their _________________ against woolen socks.
a)
prejudice
b)
prejudiced
20.
Melanie wondered if the theater director was ________________ when he didn't give her the lead role.
a)
prejudice
b)
prejudiced
21.
Between the lawyer and Waylon, the ___________ has never had to argue a case in court.
a)
later
b)
latter
22.
As long as both a sandwich and chips are on his plate, Fred will choose to eat the ____________ first.
a)
later
b)
latter
23.
Since Henry left his textbooks at school, he will need to go get them ___________ tonight.
a)
later
b)
latter
24.
Of all the cookies on the platter, Beau will only eat the chocolate chip ones _____________.
a)
later
b)
latter
25.
Since her own boss hadn't left _____________ instructions, Tina had to use her own judgment to finish the project.
a)
farther
b)
further
26.
Rachel can jump _____________ than most people, which helped her win the track meet.
a)
farther
b)
further
27.
The costume shop was ____________ from Gregory's house than he had anticipated.
a)
farther
b)
further
28.
Monica usually avoids caffeine, but today she had a cup of coffee ______________.
a)
anyway
b)
anyways
29.
Before casting his vote in the election, Kevin needed to review both candidates _____________.
a)
farther
b)
further
30.
Sarah promised to observe her curfew, but she was late ______________.
a)
anyway
b)
anyways
31.
Oscar wasn't a very strong swimmer, but he jumped into the pool ______________.
a)
anyway
b)
anyways
32.
Jessica thought that the new band's concert was _______________ worth the thirty dollars she'd paid to see it.
a)
altogether
b)
all together
33.
_________________, Katharine and her friends pulled the boat onto the shore.
a)
Altogether
b)
All together
34.
Miles worried that there were _______________ too many people on the trampoline.
a)
altogether
b)
all together
35.
Mrs. Smith wanted the class to read from the novel ____________ before they went to lunch.
a)
altogether
b)
all together
36.
Nema thought he was prepared to stay overnight at the camping _________, but he had forgotten his sleeping bag.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
37.
Before he learned how to ______________ information correctly, Larry stapled together every article he read and handed them in with his essay.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
38.
Jenny is trying to find the ________ with the best free games because her Xbox is broken.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
39.
After Michael got tired of having poor ________, he decided to get laser eye surgery.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
40.
Luke's ________ lines were great, so he could see everything happening on stage very clearly. 
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
41.
While arguing with his mother, Warren decided to _________ something she had said to support his argument.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
42.
The __________ of the oil spill took a long time to clean up, even though Bill helped out every afternoon.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
43.
Unless Charlie asks the editor to correct the information on the _________, the world will think he is a space ninja.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
44.
Ron new he might have obstructed __________ lines because his theater ticket was so cheap.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
45.
Cedric asked the doctor to ___________ a clinical study on the effects of medicine.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
46.
Whenever Sarabi writes a research paper, she makes sure to ___________ her sources as she uses them.
a)
cite
b)
sight
c)
site
47.
I was surprised I hadn't ___________ Vicky at the festival, but I found out later she had the flu.
a)
scene
b)
seen
48.
Gary needs to write a new _______ in his play because some of the plot points are confusing.
a)
scene
b)
seen
49.
Until the old man offered to buy Maureen a milkshake, she didn't feel like talking about what she had _________ at the circus that day.
a)
scene
b)
seen
50.
The toddlers screamed when Ginny acted out the scariest ___________ of the book.
a)
scene
b)
seen
51.
As long as Katy agrees to ________ the speech and debate team members on public speaking, they should have a good shot at winning the championship. 
a)
advice
b)
advise
52.
The foreign ambassador has agreed to _________ Sammy on the customs and etiquette of other countries.
a)
advice
b)
advise
53.
The mathematician gave Molly some ________ on personal finance.
a)
advice
b)
advise
54.
Even though I've know her for years, Patricia still has new ________ for me all the time.
a)
advice
b)
advise
55.
While shopping for something to wear to the dance, Hunter realized that _________ of the outfits he tried on would look great.
a)
anyone
b)
any one
56.
Will ____________ help Kealey collect money for the fundraiser?
a)
anyone
b)
any one
57.
__________ of these shelves would be perfect for displaying Taylor's collect of rocks.
a)
Anyone
b)
Any one
58.
Rose asked if her teacher knew _________ who would be a good math tutor.
a)
anyone
b)
any one
59.
Since Joe knew that his opinion would __________ his friend's sandwich choice, he decided to keep it to himself.
a)
affect
b)
effect
60.
Ones strange side __________ of Julie's medication was constant giggling fits.
a)
affect
b)
effect
61.
Andy realized the rumors about a giant whale would _________ the passengers' spirits, so he asked the captain to help calm them down.
a)
affect
b)
effect
62.
Blake was surprised by the ____________ that chili peppers had on his taste buds.
a)
affect
b)
effect
63.
The librarians hoped the rain wouldn't __________ Caleb's piano performance.
a)
affect
b)
effect
64.
Because Rachel thought her TV appearance would _________ her band's record sales, she called her studio manager to let him know.
a)
affect
b)
effect
65.
The __________ of Timothy's training on his marathon time is incredible.
a)
affect
b)
effect
66.
Alan was reluctant to _________ the job offer, but it turned out to be an amazing opportunity.
a)
accept
b)
except
67.
Brian puts pepper on all his food, _________ for brownies and cookies.
a)
accept
b)
except
68.
Everyone on the tour __________ Graeden had already been to the museum at least once.
a)
accept
b)
except
69.
The mayor didn't want to ___________ Meghan's decision to vote for his opponent in the upcoming election.
a)
accept
b)
except
70.
The businessmen will need to communicate _______ if they want Hannah to approve their proposal.
a)
good
b)
well
71.
Hailey can use a hand mixer very __________, so she makes her friends cakes on their birthdays.
a)
good
b)
well
72.
Brady had a _________ idea to help get the gum out of your hair.
a)
good
b)
well
73.
A _________ time was had by all at Minerva's potluck.
a)
good
b)
well
74.
Gabi's cousin watches a movie __________ that she doesn't have homework.
a)
every day
b)
everyday
75.
One of Grace's ___________ routines is eating a generous bowl of fruit salad.
a)
every day
b)
everyday
76.
Kalen's jaunty beret looks great with his __________ wear.
a)
every day
b)
everyday
77.
Maddie would spend _____________ at the beach if she could.
a)
every day
b)
everyday
78.
__________ or two months, Lauren gets a crazy new hairstyle.
a)
Every one
b)
Everyone
79.
___________ is hiding in Tess's house to surprise her for her birthday.
a)
Every one
b)
Everyone
80.
Edna hopes that _________ can come to her pool party.
a)
every one
b)
every one
81.
Larry searched _________ of his pockets, but still couldn't find his keys.
a)
every one
b)
everyone
82.
Pamela aksed everyone to be __________ and hide before the big surprise.
a)
quiet
b)
quite
83.
Parker tasted the dish of meat and peas and found it to be __________ mushy.
a)
quiet
b)
quite
84.
Emily retreated from the argument with __________ dignity.
a)
quiet
b)
quite
85.
Mitchell thought the bouquet he purchased was _________ lovely.
a)
quiet
b)
quite
86.
If his friends feed him pizza, Mark promises to stay _________.
a)
quiet
b)
quite
87.
Lisa's favorite food is potato chips, although they don't make for a very ______ snack.
a)
quiet
b)
quite
88.
Jennifer was ______confident that she could beat any of her teachers at badminton.
a)
quiet
b)
quite
89.
The kindergartner missed Bob's party because she was ___________the loss of her favorite stuffed animal.
a)
morning
b)
mourning
90.
Tony would love to watch the sunrise every __________, but he usually sleeps through it.
a)
morning
b)
mourning
91.
While his friends were at the dance, Tim stayed at home __________ over the fact that he had to finish writing an essay.
a)
morning
b)
mourning
92.
Cynthia has to set three separate alarms to make sure she wakes up in the _________.
a)
morning
b)
mourning
93.
Catherine planned to get up early and go running this ________, but she accidentally slept through her alarm.
a)
morning
b)
mourning
94.
Dan forgot to take out his contact lenses until the next _________. 
a)
morning
b)
mourning
95.
After he lost his favorite sweater, Alan was in ________ until he bought another one he liked even better.
a)
morning
b)
mourning
96.
Casey ________ a celebrity, but that doesn't mean he's stuck up.
a)
may be
b)
maybe
97.
As long as she stays very quiet, the musician ______________ able to sneak Lauren backstage at the concert.
a)
may be
b)
maybe
98.
__________ Gina won't notice that her favorite vase is broken.
a)
May be
b)
Maybe
99.
If Brett sticks out his thumb, __________ the truck driver will agree to give us a ride to the gas station.
a)
may be
b)
maybe
100.
Elizabeth didn't get to go to the party _______ she had a history report to write.
a)
because
b)
cause
101.
Lucy won't be able to come to my party __________ she will be performing on a cruise ship.
a)
because
b)
cause
102.
By the time Sarah finished writing a very long essay, she had forgotten the main ______________.
a)
principal
b)
principle
103.
Ally told the __________ she would be late to school because she was stuck behind a clown car.
a)
principal
b)
principle
104.
Chase violated an important ____________ of poker when he let his opponents see his cards.
a)
principal
b)
principle
105.
The ____________ for Ronda's good grades is her strong work ethic.
a)
principal
b)
principle
106.
After the ____________ answered his questions, Peter felt more confident about transferring to a new school.
a)
principal
b)
principle
107.
On _________, Ryan appreciates hearing constructive criticism from his teachers.
a)
principal
b)
principle
108.
I know ______ brought that pie, but I'm not going to tell Earl.
a)
who
b)
whom
109.
Robert is a great singer with ______ it is fun to perform duets.
a)
who
b)
whom
110.
__________ forgot President Snow's suitcase at the airport?
a)
Who
b)
Whom
111.
___________ did Ellen blame for the spilled carton of milk?
a)
Who
b)
Whom
112.
If Scott can't find the ________ size shoes, he can go bowling barefoot.
a)
right
b)
write
113.
Gladys should not try to _______a five page paper in under an hour.
a)
right
b)
write
114.
Melissa chose the __________ song for the graduation ceremony.
a)
right
b)
write
115.
Unless he pays to get his keyboard fixed, Justin will have to _______ everything out by hand.
a)
right
b)
write
116.
Gale _____________ the ball to his wide receiver, who easily scored a touchdown.
a)
passed
b)
past
117.
The committee ___________ a bill that will give more funding to Harry's school.
a)
passed
b)
past
118.
In the _______, Ben thought he would be the President someday.
a)
passed
b)
past
119.
Preston is still learning to use the ___________ participle correctly.
a)
passed
b)
past
120.
Emma dropped  ______________ ask if we needed help getting our Frisbee off the roof.
a)
in to
b)
into
121.
Rachel dove ___________ the pool wearing all of her clothes.
a)
in to
b)
into
122.
As long as Eric could fit ________ his favorite jeans, he refused to buy a new pair.
a)
in to
b)
into
123.
Charlotte poked her head ____________ see the score.
a)
in to
b)
into
124.
Janet ducked ____________ the store to buy flowers because she had forgotten it was Mother's Day.
a)
in to
b)
into
125.
Laila gave ______________ the pressure and revealed the secret cookie recipe. 
a)
in to
b)
into
126.
Pamela barged ___________ demand a refund.
a)
in to
b)
into
127.
While Austin was camping in the ___________ last summer, he learned how to get water out of a cactus.
a)
desert
b)
dessert
128.
After hearing about her friend's trip to the dentist, Nala decided she would skip the  _________ tray.
a)
desert
b)
dessert
129.
Aliya asked permission to take photographs of all the __________ items on the tray. 
a)
desert
b)
dessert
130.
While watching an educational program, Valerie learned that the world's ______ climate zones receive less than ten inches of rainfall each year.
a)
desert
b)
dessert
131.
Mary found  ____________ of gold coins in the wizard's stone tower.
a)
a lot
b)
alot
c)
allot
132.
Before choosing a new guitarist for his band, Evan will listen to __________ of different musicians.
a)
a lot
b)
alot
c)
allot
133.
The carpenters would not let Helen borrow __________ tools, so she had to buy her own set.
a)
their
b)
there
c)
they're
134.
Gale confused the nurses with his messy handwriting, and _______________ still trying to figure out what his note says.
a)
their
b)
there
c)
they're
135.
Harry would love to visit outer space, but he doesn't think he'll ever get ________________.
a)
their
b)
there
c)
they're
136.
Eric and Winifred are working on __________ assignment together, but they keep taking breaks to play video games.
a)
their
b)
there
c)
they're
137.
__________ was a moose in Ramona's backyard this morning, but it's gone now.
a)
Their
b)
There
c)
They're
138.
Bailey and her neighbor want everyone to know that ______________ having a yard sale tomorrow.
a)
their
b)
there
c)
they're
139.
Because _________were no courts available, Richard had to wait for over an hour to play tennis.
a)
their
b)
there
c)
they're
140.
Even though Nala tied a double __________, her shoes kept falling off.
a)
knot
b)
not
141.
The puppy is ________ going to stop barking until Mike takes her for a walk.
a)
knot
b)
not
142.
Glen is ___________ going to get to school on time if he insists on finishing those pancakes.
a)
knot
b)
not
143.
The __________ that Lisa tied had to be loose so she could pull off her escape trick.
a)
knot
b)
not
144.
Cynthia likes cities ___________ public transportation makes it easy to get around.
a)
who's
b)
whose
145.
______________ going to comfort Annie if her bake sale doesn't go well?
a)
Who's
b)
Whose
146.
Christine won't tell me _________ planning the big senior prank, but she says it's going to be hilarious.
a)
who's
b)
whose
147.
____________ painting did Roxanne end up buying at the school art fair?
a)
Who's
b)
Whose
148.
___________ raining outside, so Scott is going to keep reading his book on Monopoly strategy.
a)
Its
b)
It's
149.
Roy learned how to play the harp, but he couldn't figure out how to tune _____ strings.
a)
its
b)
it's
150.
Cedric kept his ancient computer as long as ______ hard drive continued to work.
a)
its
b)
it's
151.
________ easy for Maryanne to hula hoop for long periods of time.
a)
Its
b)
It's
152.
Nancy ate ______ entire pot of her mom's favorite chili, and she still had room for desert.
a)
a
b)
an
153.
Melanie hoped to get _______ new video game system on her birthday, but all she received were several pairs of wool socks.
a)
a
b)
an
154.
After Jesse gave _______ penny to the little girl, she skipped away happily.
a)
a
b)
an
155.
After sleeping for most of the afternoon, Jonathan was able to get ______ amazing quantity of work done at night.
a)
a
b)
an
156.
After replacing all her old socks, Jessie decided to buy some new tank tops _____.
a)
to
b)
too
c)
two
157.
_____ hours is a long time to spend playing video games, but Fred isn't ready to quit just yet.
a)
To
b)
Too
c)
Two
158.
Jim kept building sandcastles until there were _____ many to count.
a)
to
b)
too
c)
two
159.
Michael went through the bag of candy bars quickly, and now he's down to his last _____.
a)
to
b)
too
c)
two
160.
Carol went ______ a fortune teller, who told her that one day she would have to save the world.
a)
to
b)
too
c)
two
161.
Tina brings her own salad dressing whenever she goes out ___ eat.
a)
to
b)
too
c)
two
162.
After coming home from the all-night volleyball tournament, Amy needed _____ go to sleep right away.
a)
to
b)
too
c)
two
163.
Clarissa has _____ many pets for her small apartment, but she refuses to give any of them away.
a)
to
b)
too
c)
two
164.
Hannah thought the costume was ______ expensive since she only planned to wear it once.
a)
to
b)
too 
c)
two
165.
Grace's ________ salamanders like to sleep in the sun all day.
a)
to
b)
too
c)
two
166.
As the clock was about to run out, Winston passed the ball ___ his teammate, who easily dunked it.
a)
to
b)
too
c)
two
167.
There are ______ slices of pizza left for Ethan and his friends. 
a)
know
b)
no
168.
I _________ that Audrey loves listening to music, so I turn on the radio whenever we study together.
a)
know
b)
no
169.
I ________ how Stephen stays so fit, and I'm going to copy his workout routine.
a)
know
b)
no
170.
Charlie thinks there is ____ way we will get to the game on time.
a)
know
b)
no