Assure, ensure or insure?

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How well do you know the difference between assure, ensure and insure, and their derivatives?

In the sentences below, choose the correct word to fill in the blank. Keep in mind that, although British and American usage sometimes differs from Canadian usage, our quiz focuses on Canadian usage. Need help? Read our writing tip "assure, ensure, insure."

1. I Placeholder for the answer you that all of our swimming instructors are certified in first aid and CPR.
2. In Canada, everyone who owns a car must take out auto Placeholder for the answer.
3. Please Placeholder for the answer that you register for the course no later than Friday.
4. Singer Céline Dion is reported to have Placeholder for the answer her voice for $1 million.
5. A bodyguard was hired to Placeholder for the answer the diplomat's safety.
6. Rest Placeholder for the answer that we'll support your decision no matter what.
7. By signing a contract, you've given us Placeholder for the answer that you'll complete this project on time.
8. Aiko and Jin filed a claim with their Placeholder for the answer when their basement flooded.
9. Pilar trained for months leading up to the track meet to Placeholder for the answer that she'd beat her personal best.
10. Billie felt uncomfortable making eye contact or sharing his opinions, which led me to believe that he lacked Placeholder for the answer.
  
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