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Understanding Common English Confusions: Affect vs. Effect, Accept vs. Except, Access vs. Excess

Mastering the distinctions between commonly confused words is essential for clear communication. This resource explores three sets of confusing terms: "Affect" vs. "Effect," "Accept" vs. "Except," and "Access" vs. "Excess." Each pair is defined with examples to clarify their meanings and usage. Learn how to correctly apply these terms in context, with practical examples that highlight their differences. With engaging activities, this review session empowers learners to enhance their grammar skills and boost their confidence in written and spoken English.

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Understanding Common English Confusions: Affect vs. Effect, Accept vs. Except, Access vs. Excess

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  1. Honors 11Review SessionAffect/EffectAccept/ExceptAccess/Excess By Nadia Aldroubi

  2. Affect/Effect • Affect is a verb. It’s the action and it influences something. • For example, “The cold weather affects my mood negatively”. • Effect, on the other hand, is a noun, and it is the result of the action. • For example, “The rain had the effect of drenching me completely”.

  3. Examples • The rise in steel prices will negatively affect/effectthis quarter’s profits. • The financial crisis effected/affected my family’s decision to buy a vacation home. • Drinking alcohol usually affects/effects my judgment. • Will my decision not to come to class negatively effect/affect my final score? • Your words have no affect/effect on me.

  4. Accept/Except • Accept means you’re agreeing to something. • For example, “She accepted that she needed to brush up on her grammar skills”. • Except implies exclusion and points to the odd one out. • For example, “They all played soccer except for Jenny”.

  5. Examples • Because nobody _____ Shrek would _____ your excuse, I _____ an apology. • I _____ you to pay the rent by Friday, and I'll _____ no more excuses. • You can ______ the grade you have, ______ if you decide to do extra credit.

  6. Access/Excess • Access means to gain entry; the right to enter. • For example, “You need a password to access the website”. • Excess means a quantity much larger than is needed. • For example, “He is trying to lose excessweight”.

  7. Examples • In order to access/excess the theme park, you need to lose the excess/access luggage. • Excuse me, you do not have excess/access to the first-class seating. • I had an access/excess of tuna salad at the party and now my date will not come near me!

  8. Dry-Erase Board Activity for Access/Excess, Affect/Effect, Except/Accept

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