Title: READ: Commonly Confused Words IV
Course: English 9 (B)

Commonly Confused Words IV

The following are a list of words that are often confused and misused in writing. Study each word and then complete the practice exercise.

To – Moving towards
Too – In addition, also
Two – The number two.

Examples:
- I went to Washington D.C.
- Scott is going too.
- There are two of us going on the trip.

Than - comparison
Then – a specific time, next

Examples:
- I enjoy playing soccer more than baseball.
- We are going to play soccer, and then play baseball.

Weather – outside condition
Whether – if

Examples:
- The weather is going to turn foul.
- It matters little whether you want to play outside, you cannot do it.

Peace – the absence of war
Piece – part of a larger thing

Examples:
- Let us be at peace with our neighbors
- Would you like another piece of pie?

Council – a group that advices
Counsel – to advise

Examples:
- I would counsel against moving out of state.
- Let us present our plans to the council.

Councilor – A member of a council
Counselor – One who counsels

Examples:
- You may step to the podium and and address the councilors.
- You really need to hire an attorney as a counselor.