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Difference between what and why Sun Dec 24, 2006 7:41 am  Difference between what and why
 

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #47 "Question Words", question 4

She wants to know ......... you like your coffee.

(a) how
(b) what
(c) which
(d) who

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #47 "Question Words", answer 4

She wants to know how you like your coffee.

Correct answer: (a) how

Your answer was: incorrect
She wants to know what you like your coffee.
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What is the difference between what and why?

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Difference between what and why Sun Dec 24, 2006 9:01 am  Difference between what and why
 

Hi Kalon

The word why refers to a reason, purpose or cause.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/why

The word what is used in a number of different ways, but basically it refers to a thing.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/what

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