Confused Words Or Homophones
Homophonesare words that people use incorrectly because they have the same soundbut the spelling and meaning of the words differ, for example, to too,pair pear, here hear, where wear etc
Choose the correct word in the sentences below:
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(Where, wear) do you live?
- A.
Where
- B.
Wear
Correct Answer
A. WhereExplanation
The question is asking about the location or place someone lives, so the correct word to use is "where." "Wear" is a verb that means to have on one's body or to use as clothing, which does not make sense in the context of the question. Therefore, the correct answer is "where."Rate this question:
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- 2.
Can you (here, hear) the music?
- A.
Here
- B.
Hear
Correct Answer
B. HearExplanation
The correct answer is "hear" because the question is asking if the person can perceive or listen to the music. "Hear" is the appropriate verb in this context, indicating the act of using one's ears to perceive sound.Rate this question:
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- 3.
There are many fish in the (sea, see).
- A.
Sea
- B.
See
Correct Answer
A. SeaExplanation
The correct answer is "sea". In this sentence, the word "sea" refers to a large body of saltwater, which is the appropriate context for the sentence. The word "see" is a verb that means to perceive with the eyes, which does not make sense in this sentence. Therefore, "sea" is the correct choice.Rate this question:
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- 4.
I ate the (pear, pair) for lunch.
- A.
Pear
- B.
Pair
Correct Answer
A. PearExplanation
The word "pear" is the correct answer because it is a type of fruit that can be eaten for lunch. The word "pair" does not make sense in this context as it does not refer to something edible. Therefore, "pear" is the appropriate choice for completing the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 5.
I see that you (to, too) are studying English.
- A.
To
- B.
Too
Correct Answer
B. TooExplanation
The correct answer is "too". In this sentence, "too" is used to express that the person being addressed is also studying English. "To" is a preposition and would not make sense in this context.Rate this question:
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- 6.
I (past, passed) the maths test.
- A.
Past
- B.
Passed
Correct Answer
B. PassedExplanation
The correct answer is "passed" because it is the past tense form of the verb "pass." In this sentence, the speaker is referring to an action that happened in the past, specifically passing the math test. Therefore, "passed" is the appropriate verb form to use in this context.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The desk is made from (would, wood).
- A.
Would
- B.
Wood
Correct Answer
B. WoodExplanation
The correct answer is "wood" because it is the material used to make the desk. "Would" is a modal verb used to express a conditional or future action, and it does not make sense in the context of the sentence. Therefore, "wood" is the only logical choice for the material from which the desk is made.Rate this question:
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- 8.
I ate an apple (for, four) lunch.
- A.
For
- B.
Four
Correct Answer
A. ForExplanation
The correct answer is "for" because it is the appropriate preposition to indicate the purpose or reason for eating the apple. In this sentence, "for" indicates that the apple was eaten as a part of or in relation to lunch. "Four" is not a suitable choice as it does not convey any logical meaning in this context.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The (be, bee) has a nasty sting.
- A.
Be
- B.
Bee
Correct Answer
B. BeeExplanation
The word "bee" is the correct answer because it refers to a specific insect known for its ability to sting. In this sentence, the word is used to describe an insect with a nasty sting, indicating that "bee" is the appropriate choice. On the other hand, "be" is a verb that does not fit the context of the sentence.Rate this question:
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- 10.
I (new, knew) the correct answer.
- A.
New
- B.
Knew
Correct Answer
B. KnewExplanation
The correct answer is "knew" because it is the past tense of the verb "know." In this sentence, the speaker is referring to their understanding or awareness of the correct answer in the past.Rate this question:
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