Affect vs. Effect & More
1 / 15Commonly mixed-up word pairs trip up even experienced writers. Can you choose the right one every time?
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Which is correct? 'The weather will ___ our plans.'
About Affect vs. Effect & More
Give your memory a workout with Affect vs. Effect & More: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Commonly mixed-up word pairs trip up even experienced writers. Can you choose the right one every time? Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. Which is correct? 'The weather will ___ our plans.'
Answer: affect
2. Which is correct? 'The ___ of the medicine was immediate.'
Answer: effect
3. Which is correct? 'She ___ than her sister.'
Answer: is taller than
4. Which is correct? 'I need your ___ on this project.'
Answer: advice
5. Which is correct? 'The principal will ___ you on the matter.'
Answer: advise
Frequently asked questions
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Affect vs. Effect & More fits comfortably in one sitting.
How many questions are in Affect vs. Effect & More?
Affect vs. Effect & More has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Affect vs. Effect & More free to play?
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How long does Affect vs. Effect & More take?
Most players finish Affect vs. Effect & More in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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