Word Choice
Summary
The content focuses on tackling word choice errors, also known as diction errors, which are prevalent on the SAT exam. It emphasizes the importance of understanding commonly confused words and phrases to enhance test performance.
- Explains the difference between commonly confused words such as 'allude' vs. 'elude', 'coarse' vs. 'course', and 'precede' vs. 'proceed'.
- Highlights incorrect phrases like 'would of' and 'could of', emphasizing the correct forms 'would have' and 'could have'.
- Differentiates between words used in specific contexts, such as 'between' vs. 'among', 'fewer' vs. 'less', and 'farther' vs. 'further'.
- Clarifies the use of 'affect' vs. 'effect', and 'complement' with an 'e' vs. 'compliment' with an 'i'.
- Provides examples of how to correctly identify and use these words in sentences, aiding in the avoidance of word choice errors on the SAT.
Chapters
00:00
Understanding Commonly Confused Words
00:44
Correct Usage of Words and Phrases
02:18
Navigating Between Similar Words
05:15
Practical Examples and Test Application