1. Group C weather/whether among/between than/then

2. Whether vs. Weather Use whether as a conjunction; it has a similar meaning to the word “if.” Example: I wonder whether it will rain. Use weather when referring to a state of the atmosphere (temperature, rain, wind, clouds). Example: The weather forecast calls for rain.

3. Among vs. Between Use between when talking about distinct, individual items, groups, or people. Ex: This secret is just between you and me. Ex: She chose between Harvard, Yale, and Brown. Ex: The discussion between the students, parents, and teachers led to many positive changes in the school.

4. Among vs. Between Among is usually followed by a plural noun and is used when talking about a group as a whole - - not distinct items or individuals. Ex: There is honor among thieves. Ex: A buzz of excitement spread among the students. Ex: Panic began to spread among the citizens.

5. Than vs. Then Use than when making a comparison My new phone is better than my old one. The science test was harder than the math test.

6. Than vs. Then Use then in any other case: We ate and then we went to the movies. Sequence If you study hard, then you will do well on the test. Cause and effect My friend wanted to come over last night, but then was not a good time. Time

7. Group D aloud vs. allowed your vs. you’re accept vs. except

8. Aloud vs. Allowed aloud: out loud; refers to sound Let’s read the story aloud. allowed: permitted Are you allowed to go to the party?

9. Your vs. You’re  your: use to show that something belongs to you (possessive)  Is this your coat?  That is your seat.  you’re: a contraction, meaning you are  You’re not serious!  Tip: if saying you are makes sense in the sentence, use you’re. Language Arts : 8 E08.D.1.1.10 Correctly use frequently confused words

10. Your vs. You’re  FYI yore: of long ago or former times  Open here I flung the shutter, when, with many a flirt and flutter, In there stepped a stately Raven of the saintly days of yore

11. Accept vs. Except accept: to receive something willingly; to hold something to be true She accepted the package with excitement. I hope you will accept my invitation. I accept that you are tired, but it’s no excuse to be snarky.

12. Accept vs. Except except: but; excluding or unless; to leave out I would go swimming, except that I am afraid of sharks! “I can resist everything except temptation.” (Oscar Wilde) I like all of the flavors except for butter pecan.