IEO Spelling & Phonics

Question 1

Which of the following words is spelled correctly?

Accepted Answer

Accommodate

Answer

The correct spelling is 'accommodate' with double 'c' and double 'm.'

Question 2

What is the correct spelling of the word meaning 'a formal agreement between countries'?

Accepted Answer

Treaty

Answer

The correct spelling is 'treaty,' meaning a formally concluded and ratified agreement between states.

Question 3

Which word contains a silent letter?

Accepted Answer

Knight

Answer

In 'knight,' the letters 'k' and 'gh' are silent, so it is pronounced 'nite.'

Question 4

Choose the correctly spelled word:

Accepted Answer

Occasion

Answer

The correct spelling is 'occasion' with one 'c' and two 's' letters.

Question 5

Which word is a homophone of 'flour'?

Accepted Answer

Flower

Answer

'Flour' (baking ingredient) and 'flower' (a plant bloom) are homophones — they sound the same but are spelled differently.

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