Ex. 9. These words are often confused:

power - the authority and ability to do something important

strength - the energy that someone has to lift or move things; the ability to

achieve something, even in a difficult situation

Complete these sentences using the correct form of one of the words above.

1. The president has enormous power to make decisions.

2. I don't have the strength to move that table alone.

3. She has the power to help us with our problems.

4. We have the power to stop the deal at any time.

5. The illness has left her with very little strength.

6. The British royal family has very little power these days.

7. She has a very strong character.

8. He made a strong speech asking the government to take measures.

9. As a manager, she has the power to hire employees.

10. We need someone who has the inner strength to take on a difficult job.