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What is the best way to remember the spelling of the word 'separate'?

  • The word is spelled with a double r.
  • Separate is spelled with an e at the end.
  • The word is spelled like 'seperate'.
  • The R is separated by two a's. (correct)

    • Which of these is a correct mnemonic for remembering how to spell 'believe'?

  • Belive is the correct spelling.
  • Remember the 'i before e, except after c' rule.
  • Believe can be spelled as 'beleive'.
  • Do not believe a lie. (correct)

    • What is the best way to spell the word 'definitely'?

  • definetly
  • de+finite+ly (correct)
  • definatly
  • definately

    • Which of these sentences provides a helpful mnemonic for spelling 'unanimous'?

    <p>You and I saw a mouse who lost its EEEE.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct way to spell 'a lot'?

    <p>'A lot'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these words follows the rule of changing a -Y ending to -IES when pluralized?

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

    Which term refers to a word that is spelled the same as another word but means something different and doesn't have to sound the same?

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

    What is the meaning of the word 'lead' in the sentence: 'Since my mom was the only one with a sense of direction, she led the way.'?

    <p>The past tense of the verb to lead meaning to guide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the word 'through' mean in the sentence: 'We had to walk for a couple of hours through the forest'?

    <p>Entering from one side and exiting from the other side</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the sentence 'All three words have the same pronunciation. Sally and Jane walk to (towards) school', which term refers to a preposition that means towards?

    <p>'To'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'affect' mean in the sentence: 'Global warming affects our planet on a daily basis'?

    <p>To influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the sentence 'You left your jumpers in the gym locker', which term refers to a possessive pronoun that shows belonging?

    <p>'Your'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents a spelling rule that applies to words with the long 'E' sound?

    <p>I before E except after C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which spelling rule indicates that any Q in English is immediately followed by a U?

    <p>U always after a Q</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which rule states that most words ending in a long I-sound end in a Y?

    <p>Y at the end of a word instead of I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which spelling rule helps differentiate between singular and plural words that already end in S?

    <p>Add S to make a word plural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What spelling rule is useful for words where the I and E make a long 'E' sound, such as in 'receive' or 'ceiling'?

    <p>I before E except after C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which spelling rule applies when adding S to make a word plural if the word already ends in S?

    <p>Add ES if the word already ends in S</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word refers to an act that is part of a ceremony?

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

    What does the nonword 'ain't' mean?

    <p>Am not, is not, are not, and have/has not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct rule for making words ending in Y plural?

    <p>Drop the Y and add IES</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do when adding a suffix to a word ending with a vowel?

    <p>Drop the vowel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct spelling of the word 'satellite'?

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

    What happens to the final letter of most words that end in a consonant when adding a suffix that starts with a vowel?

    <p>It doubles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the spelling of 'mayonnaise' be remembered?

    <p>'I love mayonaise on my broccoli.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the spelling of 'giraffe' be remembered?

    <p>'All giraffes have twins named Frank and Fiona.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a correct statement about the plural form of words ending in X?

    <p>X takes an extra E when becoming plural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a mnemonic device used for?

    <p>To recall the spelling of difficult words</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sound does DGE make when ending a word after a vowel?

    <p>It makes a J-sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which of the following situations should you use 'there'?

    <p>To refer to a place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of irregular plural nouns in English?

    <p>Child, children, woman, women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are some English words controversial when it comes to pluralizing them?

    <p>Because they are borrowed from other languages and have multiple accepted plurals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word is the most controversial noun when it comes to English pluralization?

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

    What is the relationship between writing and spelling?

    <p>Writing is dependent on correct spelling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why there are so many kinds of plurals in English?

    <p>English has a long history of contact with other languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do young children initially communicate their needs?

    <p>&quot;Through facial expressions and cries&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the leap from spoken to written communication?

    <p>&quot;From understanding words to forming letters&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "What are some causes of incorrect spelling?"

    <p>&quot;Mistakes in the phonological, orthographic, and morphological codes&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "What causes confusion in English pluralization?"

    <p>&quot;Words borrowed from other languages sometimes take regular English plurals, but other times follow the patterns of their own languages&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

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