1. "Solution to" vs.

"Solution for"

 There is a solution to this problem.

 She finally found a solution to her financial troubles.
 Science has not yet discovered a solution to aging.
 A new policy might be the solution to corruption in the industry.

Explanation: "Solution to" is used when referring to a specific problem

that needs to be solved. It emphasizes a direct answer or resolution.

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 This medicine is a solution for headaches.

 A strong leader could be the solution for a struggling company.
 We need a solution for reducing plastic waste.
 Technology provides many solutions for modern challenges.

Explanation: "Solution for" is used when talking about something that

helps or benefits a situation. It focuses more on what something is used
for rather than solving a particular problem.

Let’s practice

1. Scientists are working hard to find a __________ climate change.

2. This software is a great __________ managing large databases.

3. The company has finally found a __________ its financial crisis.

4. Meditation can be an effective __________ stress and anxiety.

5. There is no easy __________ poverty, but education can help.

6. A balanced diet is the best __________ maintaining good health.

Exercise 2: Multiple Choice

Select the correct option:

1. Which sentence is correct?

a) We must find a solution for this math problem.

b) We must find a solution to this math problem.

Tip: a specific issue that needs to be solved

2. Which sentence is correct?

a) Drinking water is a great solution to dehydration.

b) Drinking water is a great solution for dehydration.

Tip: it helps or benefits a situation

3. Which sentence is correct?

a) They are looking for a solution to traffic congestion in the city.

b) They are looking for a solution for traffic congestion in the city.

Tip: particular issue that needs to be fixed

4. Which sentence is correct?

a) This new tool is the perfect solution to writing faster emails.
b) This new tool is the perfect solution for writing faster emails.

Tip: it improves email writing / it helps a situation

2. "Agree on" vs. "Agree with"

 We agree on the terms of the contract.

 They couldn't agree on a name for the baby.
 The team finally agreed on a strategy for the project.
 We need to agree on a fair price before proceeding.

Explanation: "Agree on" is used when discussing a decision, choice, or

specific topic that multiple people must reach an agreement about.

 I agree with you.

 She agrees with his opinion on education reform.
 Do you agree with this decision?
 He didn't agree with my choice, but he respected it.

Explanation: "Agree with" is used when supporting a person, an idea, or

a statement. It shows that you share the same opinion as someone else.

Choose the correct preposition (on or with) to complete each ‘agree’

sentence.

1. We need to __________ a deadline before starting the project.

2. I completely __________ her views on climate change.
3. They couldn’t __________ a location for the wedding.
4. Do you __________ his decision to move abroad?
5. The two companies finally __________ the terms of the deal.
6. She doesn’t __________ their approach to solving the issue.
7. Let’s try to __________ a solution that works for everyone.
8. I don’t __________ that statement at all!

Some of these sentences are incorrect. Identify and correct them.

1. We agreed with the price of the car before buying it.

2. He doesn't agree on my opinion about the new law.

3. They need to agree with a location for the conference.

 4. I completely agree on her assessment of the situation.

3. "Concerned with" vs. "Concerned about"

 This book is concerned with philosophy.

 The report is concerned with economic trends.
 His research is concerned with climate change.
 Her lecture was concerned with the history of medicine.

Explanation: "Concerned with" means that something is related to or

focused on a particular topic. It does not imply worry but rather relevance
or subject matter.

 I’m concerned about his health.

 She is concerned about her son's grades.
 Are you concerned about the economy?
 Many people are concerned about rising crime rates.

Explanation: "Concerned about" means feeling worried or anxious about

something. It indicates emotional involvement rather than just a topic of
focus.

4. "Different from" vs. "Different than"

 This is different from the original plan.

 His teaching style is different from what I expected.
 The culture here is very different from back home.
 This new version is different from the one we used before.

Explanation: "Different from" is the more standard phrase in formal

English and is widely accepted in both American and British English. It is
used when comparing two things.

 This turned out different than I expected.

 The results were different than they predicted.
 Her reaction was different than what I had imagined.
 Life here is different than I thought it would be.
Explanation: "Different than" is more common in American English,
especially when followed by a full clause ("I expected," "they predicted").
It is sometimes considered less formal.

Choose the correct preposition (different from or different than) to

complete each sentence.

1. This painting looks completely __________ the one in the catalog.

2. The final exam was much __________ I had expected.

3. His personality is very __________ his brother’s.

4. The outcome was __________ what we had planned.

5. Her new haircut makes her look __________ before.

6. The rules in this country are __________ those in my home

country.

7. The weather here is quite __________ what I was told to expect.

8. This situation is no __________ the last one we faced.

Choose the correct option:

1. Which sentence is correct?

a) His response was different from what I anticipated.

b) His response was different than what I anticipated.

2. Which sentence is correct?

a) The city looks different from how I remember it.

b) The city looks different than how I remember it.

 3. Which sentence is correct?

a) The experience was different from anything I had ever done.

b) The experience was different than anything I had ever done.

4. Which sentence is correct?

a) This job is different than I thought it would be.

b) This job is different from I thought it would be.

Exercise 3: Sentence Correction

Some of these sentences are incorrect. Identify and correct them.

1. This restaurant is different than the one we went to last time.

2. The movie was different from I had imagined.

3. His perspective is different than mine.

4. The results were different from what the experts predicted

5. "Interested in" vs. "Interested to"

 She is interested in learning Spanish.

 I’m interested in art and history.
 Are you interested in joining our book club?
 He’s always been interested in astronomy.

Explanation: "Interested in" is used when talking about a general hobby,

field, or long-term curiosity about a subject.

 I’d be interested to hear your opinion.

 She was interested to see how the experiment turned out.
 I'm interested to know what happened next.
 We’re interested to find out more about the project.
Explanation: "Interested to" is used when referring to specific actions or
experiences that someone is curious about in a moment rather than an
ongoing interest.

Choose the correct preposition (in or to) to complete each sentence.

1. I’ve always been __________ photography and painting.

2. She was __________ learn more about his research.
3. Are you __________ joining us for the conference?
4. He’s very __________ science fiction novels.
5. We’d be __________ see the results of your study.
6. I’m __________ hearing your thoughts on this proposal.
7. He’s __________ volunteering at the animal shelter.
8. She was __________ know if the rumors were true.

Choose the correct option:

1. Which sentence is correct?

a) I’m interested to archaeology.
b) I’m interested in archaeology.
2. Which sentence is correct?
a) She was interested to learn more about the topic.
b) She was interested in learn more about the topic.
3. Which sentence is correct?
a) They are interested in working with us.
b) They are interested to working with us.
4. Which sentence is correct?
a) We’d be interested to know what your plans are.
b) We’d be interested in know what your plans are
6. "Insist on" vs. "Insist that"

 She insisted on paying the bill.

 He insisted on walking home alone.
 They insisted on seeing the manager.
 The teacher insisted on strict discipline in the classroom.

Explanation: "Insist on" is followed by a noun or gerund (verb + ing). It

emphasizes persistence in doing or demanding something.

 She insisted that he pay the bill.

 He insisted that everything was fine.
 They insisted that the project be finished on time.
 I insist that you tell me the truth.

Explanation: "Insist that" is followed by a full clause and often takes the
subjunctive (e.g., "he pay" instead of "he pays") in formal contexts. It
emphasizes a demand or strong belief about what should happen.

Choose the correct preposition (on or that) to complete each sentence.

1. He __________ going to the meeting even though he was sick.

2. She __________ everyone be on time for the presentation.
3. They __________ speaking to the manager before making a
decision.
4. The coach __________ the players practice every morning.
5. My parents __________ paying for my education.
6. He __________ he had done nothing wrong.
7. She __________ taking the earlier flight instead of the later one.
8. The professor __________ all assignments be submitted by Friday.
Choose the correct option:

1. Which sentence is correct?

a) She insisted on he apologize.

b) She insisted that he apologize.

2. Which sentence is correct?

a) They insisted on having a written agreement.

b) They insisted that having a written agreement.

3. Which sentence is correct?

a) He insisted on going alone.

b) He insisted that going alone.

4. Which sentence is correct?

a) The manager insisted that the issue be resolved immediately.

b) The manager insisted on the issue be resolved immediately

7. "Good at" vs. "Good with"

 He’s good at math.

 She’s good at solving puzzles.
 Are you good at cooking?
 He’s really good at negotiating deals.

Explanation: "Good at" refers to a specific skill or ability that a person

has mastered.
  She’s good with kids.
 He’s good with animals.
 She’s good with technology.
 He's really good with people and making them feel comfortable.

Explanation: "Good with" refers to being skilled in handling, dealing with,

or interacting with certain things, usually people, animals, or tools.

Choose the correct preposition (at or with) to complete each sentence.

1. She’s really good __________ playing the guitar.

2. He’s good __________ numbers, so he became an accountant.
3. Are you good __________ handling stressful situations?
4. She’s good __________ making presentations.
5. He’s very good __________ children; they love him!
6. I’m not very good __________ fixing computers.
7. They are good __________ working in a team.
8. My grandfather is good __________ his hands and enjoys
woodworking.

Exercise 2: Multiple Choice

Choose the correct option:

1. Which sentence is correct?

a) He’s good at managing projects.

b) He’s good with managing projects.

2. Which sentence is correct?

a) She’s good with speaking in public.

b) She’s good at speaking in public.

 3. Which sentence is correct?

a) Are you good with animals?

b) Are you good at animals?

4. Which sentence is correct?

a) He’s really good at repairing cars.

b) He’s really good with repairing cars.

2. "Invest in" vs. "Invest on"

 He decided to invest in real estate.

 She invested in her education by taking online courses.
 Investors are looking to invest in sustainable energy.
 I think we should invest in new technology for the company.

Explanation: "Invest in" is the correct form when referring to putting

money, time, or effort into something in order to gain benefits or returns.

 You shouldn’t invest on rumors; wait for the facts.

 Some people invest on short-term market trends, which can be
risky.

Explanation: "Invest on" is incorrect in standard English when talking

about financial or personal investment. However, in informal usage, it
may occasionally appear when referring to investing based on (or relying
on) something, but "invest in" is always preferred.
 6. "Apply to" vs. "Apply for"

 You should apply to Harvard if you want to study law.

 I applied to three different universities.
 The new rules apply to all employees.
 This law applies to everyone equally.

Explanation: "Apply to" is used when talking about submitting an

application to an institution or referring to a rule affecting someone.

 I applied for a new job last week.

 She applied for a scholarship.
 He applied for a visa to travel to Europe.
 They applied for financial aid.

Explanation: "Apply for" is used when talking about requesting

something specific (like a job, visa, scholarship, or benefit).

8. "Prefer to" vs. "Prefer over"

 I prefer to drink tea instead of coffee.

 He prefers to work alone.
 She prefers to stay home on weekends.
 I prefer to read rather than watch TV.

Explanation: "Prefer to" is used when comparing actions or choices,

often followed by a verb in its base form.

 I prefer coffee over tea.

 She prefers classical music over pop.
 He prefers quality over quantity.
 They prefer experience over education in hiring decisions.

Explanation: "Prefer over" is used when comparing two specific things.

Unlike "prefer to", it is not followed by a verb.
Spend money “on”

Spend $ “on” X
I spend most of my money "on" food
She spends a lot of money "on" her pets.

I spent a lot of money this weekend "on" gasoline.