Asked by Marissa Moreland on Apr 24, 2024
Verified
Select the letter of the word in the sentence that is a look-alike/sound-alike error. The Jacksons have raised ten foster children over the years; that's quiet a family.
A) raised
B) ten
C) quiet
Quiet
The absence of loud sound; a state or condition of little or no noise.
Raised
To lift or move something to a higher position or level; also refers to bringing up or nurturing something.
- Determine common slip-ups with words that appear or sound alike in English literature.
- Acquire a consciousness of the vital importance of precision in linguistic practices.
Verified Answer
BM
Bishal marasini1 week ago
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The word "quiet" should be "quite" in this sentence. "Quiet" means making little or no noise, while "quite" means to a degree or extent. This is a common look-alike/sound-alike error.
Learning Objectives
- Determine common slip-ups with words that appear or sound alike in English literature.
- Acquire a consciousness of the vital importance of precision in linguistic practices.