Mnemonic Devices for Spelling
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What is a mnemonic device?

  • A device used to create music
  • A device used to write a sentence
  • A device used to remember how to spell a word (correct)
  • A device used to calculate numbers
  • What is the mnemonic device for remembering how to spell 'satellite'?

  • A satellite orbits the moon
  • A satellite has one turbine and two laser lights (correct)
  • A satellite revolves around the earth
  • A satellite is a natural satellite
  • How can 'soldier' be remembered using a mnemonic device?

  • 'Soldier' comes from the Latin word 'solidus'
  • 'Soldiers die on the battlefield' (correct)
  • Soldier is a military rank
  • 'Soldier' means a person in an army
  • What is the mnemonic device for remembering how to spell 'candidate'?

    <p>'Candidate' can cook, so he did, then he ate it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using mnemonic devices?

    <p>To help remember something, such as how to spell a word</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a helpful phrase to remember how to spell the word 'mayonnaise'?

    <p>I love mayonnaise on my broccoli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can you remember the spelling of the word 'handkerchief'?

    <p>A handkerchief is held in the hand of a chief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a helpful mnemonic to remember the spelling of the word 'opportunity'?

    <p>opp+or+tun+ity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misspelling for the word 'coupon'?

    <p>Coopon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phrase can help in remembering the spelling of the word 'separate'?

    <p>The R is separated by two a's</p> Signup and view all the answers

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