Download Commonly Confused Words Exercises

Name ___________________________
English 9
Date ___________________
Commonly Confused Words
Directions: Circle the correct word in each sentence.
1. The bear stayed in (it’s, its) cave until spring came.
2. Place the cup over (there, their, they’re) on the coffee table.
3. (To, Too, Two) many people are absent today.
4. The decision must be made (between, among) the two of you.
5. (You’re, Your) not supposed to stare a dog in the face.
6. I answered all of the questions correctly (accept, except) number ten.
7. (Its, It’s) not my fault you failed, Andrew.
8. Where did you place (there, they’re, their) coats?
9. Go (to, too, two) the cabinet if you need the folder.
10. (Except, Accept) this gift as a token of my appreciation.
11. Who is the best gymnast (between, among) the three athletes?
12. (Lay, Lie) your books on the counter, and come help me with the groceries.
13. Ms. Murphy likes Hostess Cupcakes more (then/than) any other dessert.
14. Did I do (good, well) on my last grammar exercise?
15. It seems impossible to (lose, loose) the game when we have so many great players.
16. I’m going to (lay, lie) down for a while.
17. Please tell (you’re, your) dog to sit.
18. Have you ever gone (threw, through) the new metal detectors?
19. Have you talked to the girls? I think (there, their, they’re) going away this weekend.
20. She has (fewer/less) friends than I do because she is very shy in school.