This word describes a specific piece of work to complete.
The idea
assignment is a countable noun; its plural is assignments.
Examples
- The assignment is due on Friday.
- I finished my assignment at the library.
- The teacher gave us a new assignment.
- This assignment requires careful reading.
- Two assignments are on the desk.
- Please send your assignment by email.
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The assignment is the piece of work, not the whole job.
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Choose the correct word. The tutor gave us an ___ to complete. (assignment / interview)
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assignment
assignment: This word describes a specific piece of work to complete.
Choose the correct word. The class has two ___ this month. (assignments / assignment)
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assignments
assignments is the plural needed after the number.
Choose the correct word. Please ___ your assignment before noon. (submit / attend)
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submit
submit means hand in the completed work.
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Choose the correct word. The tutor gave us an ___ to complete. (assignment / interview)
Choose the correct word. The class has two ___ this month. (assignments / assignment)
Choose the correct word. Please ___ your assignment before noon. (submit / attend)
Tap the words in the right order.
Tap the words in the right order.
Tap the words in the right order.
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