
Writing is an integral part of college and university life, but many students (including those who list English as their first language) commonly misuse certain words without even realising.
After all, English is a tricky language to master – especially when so many words are spelt and pronounced similarly. For example, do your pore or pour over your textbooks? (Answer: pore.)
So, whether you’re a student who has an excellent or an average grasp of the English language, it’s time to put knowledge to the test…without turning to Google for help!
Try our quiz to see how well you fare (*not fair)!
Let’s go:
Does caffeine affect or effect your ability to sleep?

Is the following sentence correct: Linda enjoys buying stationary for her six-year-old sister.

Is the following sentence correct: George and Harry exchanged discrete glances as their parents fought during dinner.

What does ‘utilise’ mean?

Is the phrase ‘in regards to’ correct?

Is the following sentence correct: Brandon’s office is 12 story's high.

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