Words Ending in -ARY Quiz

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The word "dictionary" ends in the letters "ARY".

True (A)

The word "boundary" follows the standard -ARY ending pattern.

True (A)

The word "temporary" is an exception to the -ARY ending rule.

False (B)

The word "bakery" is NOT an exception to the general pattern of words ending in "ARY".

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Words ending in "ARY" generally follow a specific pattern of syllables, such as "-a-ry" or "-ary".

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Flashcards

Dictionary

A reference book containing words alphabetically with definitions.

Primary

The first or most important; main priority.

Secretary

A person responsible for handling correspondence, scheduling, and organizational duties.

Imaginary

Existing only in the imagination; not real.

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Necessary

Essential or required; something that must be done or obtained.

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Study Notes

Words Ending in -ARY

  • Dictionary: A book containing a list of words, definitions, and often pronunciations.
  • Primary: First or most important.
  • Ordinary: Usual, common, or not special.
  • Secretary: A person who keeps records and handles correspondence.
  • Temporary: Lasting for a limited time.
  • Boundary: A line or border marking the limit of an area.
  • Imaginary: Existing only in the mind or imagination.
  • Necessary: Required or essential.
  • Military: Relating to armed forces.
  • Hereditary: Inherited, passing through generations.

Exception - Bakery

  • Bakery: A place that makes and sells bread and baked goods. It does not follow the same word-building pattern as the other words ending in -ARY (which usually relate to things, ideas or qualities).

Syllable Breakdown

  • Dictionary: dic-tion-ary
  • Primary: pri-ma-ry
  • Ordinary: or-di-na-ry
  • Secretary: sec-re-ta-ry
  • Temporary: tem-po-ra-ry
  • Boundary: boun-da-ry
  • Imaginary: i-ma-gin-a-ry
  • Necessary: ne-ces-sa-ry
  • Military: mil-i-ta-ry
  • Hereditary: he-red-i-ta-ry
  • Bakery: bak-er-y

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