Spelling and Word Formation Flashcards

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Identify the correctly spelled word:
Answer: Recommend
The correct spelling is 'Recommend' — with one 'c' and double 'm'.
Which word formation is CORRECT for the adjective form of 'beauty'?
Answer: Beautiful
When forming adjectives from nouns ending in 'y', change 'y' to 'i' and add '-ful': beauty → beautiful.
Choose the CORRECTLY spelled word:
Answer: Mischievous
The correct spelling is 'Mischievous' — note it is three syllables, not four: mis-chie-vous.
Which sentence contains a SPELLING error?
Answer: The principle of the school arrived.
'Principle' means a fundamental rule or truth. The head of a school is a 'Principal'. This is a common spelling/usage confusion.
Choose the correct word formed by adding the prefix 'un-' to 'necessary':
Answer: Unnecessary
The prefix 'un-' is added directly to 'necessary', maintaining all letters: un + necessary = unnecessary (double 'n' at the join).
Identify the correct spelling:
Answer: Liaison
The correct spelling is 'Liaison' — a commonly misspelled word of French origin.

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