Module 16, Troublesome Words 2, Lesson 13:

Principal vs. Principle

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"Principal" as an adjective means main, chief, leading. As a noun, "principal" means a leader, a head, or a sum placed at interest. Examples: 1) The bus was his principal means of transportation. 2) The principal of the school was new.

"Principle" means a rule of action, a moral standard, or a fundamental truth. Example: The principle of the statement was understood by all.

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Directions:
Click the word that correctly completes each sentence.
1.
Honesty was the guiding (principal) (principle) of his life.
2.
Who are the (principal) (principle) characters in the play?
3.
What is the (principal) (principle) amount on your loan?
4.
Her actions were always governed by her strong (principals) (principles).
5.
Have you studied the (principals) (principles) of flight?
6.
Our school (principal) (principle) will be attending the game tonight.
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All of the (principal) (principle) members of the board will be present.
8.
She presented a very (principaled) (principled) argument for her position.
9.
The (principal) (principle) officers in the company are the president and vice president.
10.
The democratic (principal) (principle) of equal justice is important.
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