Commonly Confused Word PairsSet 56

1..... like watching grass grow.
2We will take the necessary steps to ..... that your order is delivered in time.
3The teacher was cross with the student. What is the meaning of the word cross?
4Choose the correct wordI don't ..... what to do!
5Trevor had many ..... about what he wanted to do after high school, so he researched different career paths for himself online.
6Identify which of the two sentences uses the word given correctly.(W4) Stand out
7Before you do that, you need ..... clean your room.
8I can tell ..... prepared for school and ..... not.
9Which of the following is an example of impetuous?
10TEST 5-Circle the odd one out: A. recognize B. regard C. consider D. founder
11..... hands get nothing done!
12Which form of (there, their, they're) means they are .....
13VOCABULARY verbs often confusedChoose the correct verbs.Remember / Remind me to send my dad a card.It's his birthday next week.
14We use the ..... to ..... the flour.
15What is the definition of Polish?
16Huck hung his head in shame as Miss Watson ..... his many flaws.
17They have spent ..... for their son's wedding.
18It is (too, to, two) much work for one day.
19My brother is turning .....
20If you do not get enough sleep at night, it will likely (affect/ effect) your performance in school the next day.
21..... an awesome day to drink hot chocolate.
22..... of people have petsa small ..... of people have pets
23Because he was feeling nervous about the test, he was ..... (rest)
24He's standing right ..... next to the guy with buckles on his shoes.
25I would like to (precede, proceed) with my story.
26Complete this line: ..... time to let ..... skills shine!
27It is ..... weather for a holiday.
28Before you leave the room, its necessary to turn in your assignment.
29You can't put these on your feet.
30Which sentence uses the word "coerce" correctly?
31This acceptance letter looks fake because it's not on official .....
32VOCABULARY verbs often confusedChoose the correct verbs.My boyfriend and I often argue / discuss about his friends. I really don't like them.
33She showed great ..... towards her friend who was going through a tough time.
34Of all the cookies on the platter, Beau will only eat the chocolate chip ones .....
35Randolph (accepted, excepted) my invitation to dinner.
36His salary is ..... high.
37After buying the shoes I kept the ..... in the drawer.
38After several offers and ....., my brother bought the car.
39They offered him a job and he accepted/excepted it.
40Fond of
41My parents are ..... from Ireland.
42When hiring a new employee for your personnel, you are more likely to hire someone who is spurious and objective.
43Amable / malo
44Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: Only ..... explorers attempt to reach the Norun Pole.
45A nonstop bus .....
46Hearing is a physical ability, while listening is a skill.
47Fail to get the meaning off.
48I needed (farther, further) instruction in order t understand my work.
49Find one odd word A, B, C, or D. 15. A. cousin B. mother C. father D. brother
50Select the sentence that correctly uses the word 'mentor'.
51At 3:30 ..... time to go home.
52Showing your love for your country and being proud of it can be referred to as:
53What word is being defined?-To become involved in the activities and concerns of other people when your involvement is not wanted; to stop or slow something or to make something more difficult
54Whom should you visit if you have skin problems?
55Are those your/you're keys?
56Select the correct word to fill in the blank: The cat chased its ..... around the house.
57Which word means 'not able to burn'?
58He wished he could ..... his fate gracefully.
59What is the closest definition of 'a nostalgic feeling'?
60He assured me that my performance would improve.He reassured me about my improved performance.He persuaded me to improve my performance.
61Some people only read the ..... lines in a newspaper.