1. Breach vs. Breech
- Breach (noun/verb):
- Breech (noun):
2. Cache vs. Cash
- Cache (noun):
- Cash (noun):
3. Cite vs. Site
- Cite (verb):
- Site (noun):
4. Elicit vs. Illicit
- Elicit (verb):
- Illicit (adjective):
5. Faint vs. Feint
- Faint (adjective):
- Feint (noun/verb):
6. Peak vs. Pique
- Peak (noun):
- Pique (noun):
Practice Questions:
- Choose the correct word for each blank:
a) The manager tried to (elicit/illicit) feedback from the team about the project.
b) They hid the gold coins in a secret (cache/cash) under the floorboards.
c) The climber reached the (peak/pique) of Mount Everest after months of preparation.
d) The soldier aimed at the enemy but noticed a problem with the (breech/breach) of his rifle.
- Write one sentence for each word in a pair to demonstrate their correct usage.
Example: Cite and Site:
- “The student was careful to cite all sources in her research paper.”
- “The archaeologists discovered an ancient burial site.”
Wed Nov 27 , 2024
Objective: To help intermediate-level English speakers deepen their understanding of commonly confused or nuanced words through context-based learning, synonyms, and application. Format: One-on-One Online Interactive Session Step 1: Fill-in-the-Blank Sentences Instructor Role: Provide a sentence with a blank and offer three word choices. Only one fits the context. Learner Role: […]
