Problem Explanation:
The task is to complete each sentence with the correct word:
affect or
effect. The instructions clarify the difference between the two words:
-
Affect: A verb meaning to act on, change, or influence.
-
Effect: A noun meaning a result, an impression, or something that comes into being.
Solution:
Let's analyze each sentence and choose the appropriate word:
1.
This year’s drought will ______ the crop.
- The word needed here is a verb because it describes what the drought will do to the crop.
- Correct word:
affect
2.
The lyrics had a big ______ on Sammie.
- The word needed here is a noun because it describes the result or impact of the lyrics on Sammie.
- Correct word:
effect
3.
The ______ of the storm is felt throughout the entire city.
- The word needed here is a noun because it refers to the result or consequence of the storm.
- Correct word:
effect
4.
He did not want his test score to ______ his grade.
- The word needed here is a verb because it describes the action of the test score on the grade.
- Correct word:
affect
5.
Her cold will ______ her breathing.
- The word needed here is a verb because it describes the action of the cold on her breathing.
- Correct word:
affect
6.
Silence was not the ______ the standup comedian wanted.
- The word needed here is a noun because it refers to the result or outcome the comedian was seeking.
- Correct word:
effect
7.
Ben’s bright blue eyes have an ______ on everyone he meets.
- The word needed here is a noun because it refers to the impression or impact Ben’s eyes have on others.
- Correct word:
effect
Final Answers:
1. This year’s drought will
affect the crop.
2. The lyrics had a big
effect on Sammie.
3. The
effect of the storm is felt throughout the entire city.
4. He did not want his test score to
affect his grade.
5. Her cold will
affect her breathing.
6. Silence was not the
effect the standup comedian wanted.
7. Ben’s bright blue eyes have an
effect on everyone he meets.
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\text{affect, effect, effect, affect, affect, effect, effect}
}
\]
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