Understanding As vs. Like & Do vs. Make
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What is the past tense of the verb 'say'?

  • told
  • said (correct)
  • says
  • saying

    • In what type of speech is 'said' always found at the beginning of the sentence?

  • Direct speech
  • Narrative speech
  • Indirect speech (correct)
  • Reported speech

    • Which word commonly connects two clauses in indirect speech with 'said'?

  • but
  • and
  • which
  • that (correct)

    • What is the correct past tense form of 'tell'?

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    In which scenario would you use 'tell' instead of 'say'?

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    When should 'like' be used in a sentence?

    <p>To indicate similarity with nouns or pronouns (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following examples correctly uses 'as'?

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    What is the primary focus of the verb 'do'?

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    In which situation would you correctly use 'make'?

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    Which statement correctly illustrates the use of 'another'?

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    How should 'like' and 'as' be distinguished in their usage?

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    Which example correctly demonstrates common misuse between 'do' and 'make'?

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    Which statement best describes the word 'others'?

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    What does the term 'another' express in a sentence?

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    How is 'others' commonly used in a sentence?

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    When should 'if' be used instead of 'whether'?

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    Which example correctly uses 'so'?

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    What is the primary function of 'likely'?

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    Which sentence correctly uses 'such'?

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    In what context is 'probably' used correctly?

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    Which of the following sentences is a correct use of 'whether'?

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    Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of 'others' with a reference?

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    What does 'such' highlight when used in a sentence?

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    Which of the following is a proper example of using 'if'?

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    In which context is 'another' used correctly?

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    Flashcards

    As vs. Like

    Both "as" and "like" compare or create analogies, but they are used slightly differently.

    "Like" use cases

    "Like" is used with pronouns, nouns, and gerunds to show similarity.

    "As" use cases

    "As" is used for comparisons showing the same manner, mode, or condition, often with "subject+verb" combinations, or prepositional phrases.

    Do vs. Make

    Both mean "to do", but "do" emphasizes the action, while "make" emphasizes the result, origin, or creation.

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    Do (verb) functions

    "Do" is a general-purpose verb, often used for activities, daily tasks, or as an auxiliary in questions/negatives.

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    Make (verb) functions

    Make focuses on the creation, or the output of an action; making something, fabricating, or causing something.

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    Another, Other, Others

    "Another" is used for a different one or another item. "Other" means more than one. "Others" refers to more than one thing or person.

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    Another (usage)

    "Another" is a qualifier or determiner.

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    Direct Speech

    When you directly quote someone's exact words, using quotation marks. "I'm tired," she said.

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    Indirect Speech

    When you report what someone said, but not their exact words. She said that she was tired.

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    Say vs. Tell

    Both report speech but 'say' is used when a person simply expresses information, while 'tell' implies that information is directed toward a specific recipient.

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    Verb Tense in Indirect Speech

    When reporting speech indirectly, use the past tense of the verb, even if the original statement was in present tense.

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    'That' in Indirect Speech

    The word 'that' is often used to join the reporting clause and the original statement in indirect speech.

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    Another

    Indicates an alternative or different idea/situation.

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    Other/Others

    Determiner/pronoun; refers to more than one item not previously mentioned.

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    Probably

    Adverb; expresses high likelihood of something happening or being true.

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    Likely

    Adjective/adverb; expressing a high degree of possibility (more formal).

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    So (with adjective)

    Describes the intensity of an adjective.

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    So (with adverb)

    Describes the intensity of an adverb.

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    Such

    Describes the intensity of a noun.

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    If

    Used for expressing a condition or possibility.

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    Whether

    Used for expressing possibilities with alternatives.

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    Probably/Could/Might

    Verbs that suggest possible or likely outcomes.

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    Likely winner

    The most probable winner.

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    Probably vs Likely

    Probably is more casual; likely is more formal.

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    Other vs. Others

    Other is singular; Others is plural.

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    If vs. Whether

    If is for a choice between two options or conditions; Whether is more formal for expressing possibilities.

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    Study Notes

    As vs. Like

    • Like: Used to compare or show similarity, followed by pronouns, nouns, or gerunds.

      • Example: "I should be like my mother."
      • Example: "We are like brothers."
      • Example: "It's like traveling on a train."

    • As: Indicates similarity or the same manner/condition, followed by subject-verb combinations, prepositions, or entire sentences.

      • Example: "Kate looks as a professional actress."
      • Example: "We act as if we were kids!"
      • Example: "Was it as good as last year?"

    Do vs. Make

    • Do: Emphasizes the action itself, used for general activities, work tasks, and in negative/interrogative sentences.

      • Example: "There is something you can do."
      • Example: "I have to do the meeting report today."
      • Example: "Do you want to join me at dinner?"
      • Example: "I don't believe you."

    • Make: Emphasizes the result or effect of the action, used for creating things, causing reactions, making plans, and more.

      • Example: "Are you going to make those shoes with suede?"
      • Example: "That movie makes me cry."
      • Example: "You shouldn't make those kinds of choices!"
      • Example: "No one makes such beautiful shoes!"
      • Example: "I'll make you a delicious birthday cake!"

    Other, Others, Another

    • Another: Used for alternatives, additional things/people, or differences.

      • Example: "Don't worry; I have another plan."
      • Example: "Would you give me another pen? This one doesn't work."

    • Other: Used before plural nouns (countable or uncountable) or pronouns to specify different ones.

      • Example: "Do you have the other keys of the house?"
      • Example: "I've lost my keys. Have you seen the other ones?"

    • Others: Used as a pronoun, without needing to precede a noun.

      • Example: "Some students believe exams hinder the learning process. Others think the opposite."

    Likely vs. Probably

    • Probably: An adverb, indicating a high degree of possibility for an action.

      • Example: "They probably didn't know that it was not allowed."
      • Example: Similar to "could" or "might"
        -Example: "I could make the wedding in September."

    • Likely: Can function as an adjective or adverb, indicating probability or predisposition.

      • Example: "According to the surveys, Randall is the most likely winner of the competition."
        • Example: Used with modifiers (very, quite, most) -Example: "After what happened, it's very likely that they will look for someone else for that job."

    So vs. Such

    • So: Used to emphasize intensity, preceding adjectives and adverbs.

      • Example: "This movie is so good that I don't mind seeing it twice!"
      • Example: Follows the adverb.

    • Such: Used to emphasize intensity, preceding nouns, often in constructions with "that."

      • Example: "It was such an ugly place that we had to leave immediately."
      • Example: Used to emphasize something with a noun or an adjective.

    If vs. Whether

    • If: Used for expressing a condition or alternative proposition (positive or negative)

      • Example: "If you finish your homework before 7 o'clock, we can go to the movies."

    • Whether: Used to express choices or possibilities, possible to use with infinitives, prepositions, or "or not".

      • Example: "I don't know whether this is the best solution."

    Say vs. Tell

    • Say: Used for direct speech (repeating what someone said).

      • Example: "He said, "Hello!"

    • Tell: Used for indirect speech (reporting what someone said), to inform someone about something.

      • Example: "She told me that she was happy."

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    This quiz explores the differences between the usage of 'as' and 'like', as well as the distinctions between 'do' and 'make'. You will encounter examples that illustrate how each term functions in various contexts. Test your knowledge on these commonly confused terms.

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