Seldom Instances

Worksheet Description

This worksheet, titled “Contested Words,” is an educational resource aimed at enhancing students’ understanding of nuanced word usage in English. The instruction at the top directs students to identify sentences that may include a contested usage of certain words. It presents a list of sentences featuring the words “loan,” “momentarily,” and “not,” and provides checkboxes for students to indicate whether they believe the usage is contested.

For example, sentences such as “I loaned John some money,” and “The show will begin momentarily,” are included for review. Below the list, students are prompted with questions about why the usage of “loan,” “momentarily,” and “not” might be contested, which encourages them to reflect on the specific grammatical or contextual challenges these words can present.

This approach not only aids in building their vocabulary but also sharpens their analytical skills in discerning appropriate word usage. The worksheet design is clean and straightforward, facilitating focus and ease of use. A symbolic graphic of a pencil underscores the academic nature of the task, while the footer features a number logo, indicating its place within a series of educational materials.