Confusable Words: Persecute and Prosecute, Hoard and Horde Exercise

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1. Is baldness hereditary?
2. It was a heterogeneous group of rich and poor, old and young.
3. A hoard of food was found in the cave.
4. A horde of Tatars invaded Europe.
5. The radio audience was hoaxed into believing that Martians had landed.
6. Hobble the horse so it won’t run away.
7. They coaxed the child to drink the milk.
8. The revolt was foiled by troops loyal to the king.
9. The frugal man never takes a cab when he can walk.
10. Let’s have a simple wedding with as little fuss as possible.
11. The pilgrims came to America after being persecuted for their religious beliefs.
12. He was prosecuted for murder.