Grammar Quiz 56 — Commonly Confused Words
Test your understanding of commonly confused English words by selecting the correct option to complete each sentence.
About This Grammar Quiz
Welcome to Grammar Quiz 56, a multiple-choice assessment with 15 questions testing commonly confused English words.
Select the correct word to complete each sentence. Pay attention to homophones and commonly confused words.
QUIZ FEATURES
- 15 multiple-choice questions
- Instant scoring
- Detailed explanations
- Homophones practice
Explanations
She went to the bakery to buy some flour for the cake.
Correct answer: flour
"Flour" is the powder used for baking. "Flower" is a plant with petals. Both sound the same but have different meanings.
The brave knight fought the dragon to save the village.
Correct answer: knight
"Knight" is a medieval warrior. "Night" is the time after sunset. These homophones have completely different meanings.
The thief planned to steal the expensive jewellery.
Correct answer: steal
"Steal" means to take something without permission. "Steel" is a type of metal. The context requires the verb meaning theft.
She was too shy to speak her thoughts out aloud.
Correct answer: aloud
"Aloud" means audibly, speaking so others can hear. "Allowed" means permitted. The context requires the adverb describing how she speaks.
The archaeologists explored the ancient site where the temple once stood.
Correct answer: site
"Site" refers to a location or place. "Sight" refers to vision or something seen. The context requires a physical location.
We saw a large brown bear fishing for salmon in the river.
Correct answer: bear
"Bear" is the animal. "Bare" means naked or uncovered. The context clearly refers to an animal fishing.
Remember to meet for lunch so we can discuss the project.
Correct answer: meet
"Meet" means to come together. "Meat" refers to food from animals. The context requires the verb meaning to gather.
The mechanic said the brakes needed to be replaced immediately.
Correct answer: brakes
"Brakes" are devices for stopping vehicles. "Breaks" means to separate into pieces or take a rest. The automotive context requires the stopping devices.
He sent the invitation by mail so it would arrive quickly.
Correct answer: mail
"Mail" refers to the postal system. "Male" refers to the gender. The context clearly refers to sending something through the postal service.
From the mountaintop, we could see the entire valley below.
Correct answer: see
"See" means to perceive with eyes. "Sea" is a large body of salt water. The context requires the verb for visual perception.
She wore a beautiful silver pearl around her neck.
Correct answer: pearl
"Pearl" is a precious gem formed in oysters. "Purl" is a knitting stitch. The jewelry context requires the gemstone.
The farmer had to plow the field before planting seeds.
Correct answer: plow
Both "plow" and "plough" are correct spellings (American vs. British English), but "plow" is more common in American English.
The teacher asked them to write their names on the board.
Correct answer: board
"Board" refers to a flat surface for writing. "Bored" means feeling uninterested. The classroom context requires the writing surface.
She wanted to dye her hair before the meeting.
Correct answer: dye
"Dye" means to change color. "Die" means to cease living. The hair context clearly requires changing color, not death.
He threw the ball with all his might.
Correct answer: might
"Might" means strength or power. "Mite" is a small insect or a very small amount. The context requires the word meaning strength.
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