Question

which sentence uses the word effect correctly?

• the moving and powerful speech effected the audience.
• new technology can effect the way we learn.
• in my american history class, we studied the effects of world war i.
• do you think that the debate will effect the election results?

affect
af-fect əfekt
late middle english; from french affecter; from latin affectare

1. v. to influence or have an impact on
2. v. to stir someones feelings or emotions

Explanation:

Analyze the definitions of "affect" and "effect"

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• "affect" is defined as a verb meaning "to influence or have an impact on" or "to stir someone's feelings or emotions."
• "effect" is typically a noun meaning the result or consequence of an action (e.g., "the effects of World War I").

Evaluate each sentence option

• "The moving and powerful speech effected the audience." -> Incorrect. It should use the verb "affected" (influenced/stirred emotions).
• "New technology can effect the way we learn." -> Incorrect. It should use the verb "affect" (influence).
• "In my American history class, we studied the effects of World War I." -> Correct. "effects" is used correctly as a plural noun meaning results or consequences.
• "Do you think that the debate will effect the election results?" -> Incorrect. It should use the verb "affect" (influence).

Answer:

• The moving and powerful speech effected the audience.
• New technology can effect the way we learn.
• In my American history class, we studied the effects of World War I. (Correct answer)
• Do you think that the debate will effect the election results?