Monday 13 May 2013

Spot the common error!


 
 Some mistakes in written English are caused by two words having similar spelling or pronunciation but different meanings e.g. except and accept.

Can you spot the mistakes in the following sentences? Correct each one.

1) Tower Bridge is one of the most famous sites in London.

2) Only seven out of a class of sixteen past the examination.

3) The students agreed that the lecture was quiet interesting.

4) Millions of people are trying to loose weight.

5) The oil company is planning to rise prices next year.

6) Sunspots often effect radio communication.

7) Accept for two students all the class spoke Arabic.

8) The ancient symbol showed a snake eating it's own tail.

9) Zurich is the principle city of Switzerland.

10) The taste of lemon complimented the rich flavour of the fish.



Answers in the next post!

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