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Get It Write: Distinguish Between "Effect" and "Affect" ArticleGet It Write: Distinguish Between "Effect" and "Affect" Article
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Get It Write
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9th - 10th
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English Language Arts
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1640L
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Get It Write: Distinguish Between "Effect" and "Affect"

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"Effect" and "affect" are tricky words to keep straight. Each can be used as a noun or a verb, depending on the meaning of the sentence. This tutorial gives clear examples and explanations on the use of these two words. A brief quiz checks your understanding.

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Concepts

commonly confused words

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affect, affect vs. effect, effect, usage rules, effect and affect, get it write, conventions of standard english, usage of affect, usage of effect, commonly confused and misused words

Classroom Considerations

  • Knovation Readability Score: 3 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
  • The intended use for this resource is Instructional|practice

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