Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the sentences with the correct word from the pair provided:
Example: The teacher said ___________ homework is due tomorrow. (their / there)
Answer: their
1. She couldn’t decide whether to ___________ weight or gain muscle. (lose / loose)
2. His honesty is one of his best ___________. (principals / principles)
3. The weather can ___________ your mood. (affect / effect)
4. This shirt is too ___________ on me. (lose / loose)
5. The new law had a positive ___________ on the economy. (affect / effect)
6. She gave me a nice ___________ about my presentation. (compliment / complement)
7. The wine was a perfect ___________ to the meal. (compliment / complement)
8. The ___________ reason for the meeting was to discuss the budget. (principal / principle)
9. He always sticks to his ___________. (principals / principles)
10. Don’t ___________ your keys! (lose / loose)
Exercise 2: Multiple Choice
Select the most appropriate word to complete each sentence:
Example: The wine was a perfect ___________ to the meal. (compliment / complement)
Answer: complement
1. Don’t ___________ your keys! (lose / loose)
2. The storm had a devastating ___________ on the crops. (affect / effect)
3. She gave him a sincere ___________ for his hard work. (compliment / complement)
4. The ___________ of the school called an emergency meeting. (principal / principle)
5. This shirt is too ___________ around the waist. (lose / loose)
6. The new policy will ___________ the way we do business. (affect / effect)
7. The cheese is a great ___________ to the sandwich. (compliment / complement)
8. He adheres strictly to his moral ___________. (principals / principles)
9. Please don’t ___________ your temper. (lose / loose)
10. The ___________ of the matter is simple. (principal / principle)
Exercise 3: Match the Words
Match the word to its definition:
Example: A polite expression of praise. (compliment / complement)
Answer: compliment
1. Something that completes or enhances. (compliment / complement)
2. Main or most important. (principal / principle)
3. To influence or make a change. (affect / effect)
4. Result or outcome. (affect / effect)
5. Not tight or fitting. (lose / loose)
6. To misplace or fail to win. (lose / loose)
7. A fundamental truth or belief. (principal / principle)
8. Head of a school. (principal / principle)
9. To give praise or admiration. (compliment / complement)
10. To improve or enhance something. (compliment / complement)