100+ Spelling Words In Quotes 31-45

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100+ Spelling Words In Quotes 31-45 - Quiz


Students will correctly spell and show understanding of word usage by applying them to famous quotations.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    The __________________ sunshine steeps your boughs and tints the buds and swells the leaves within.William C. Bryant

    • A.

      Governor

    • B.

      February

    • C.

      Febuary

    • D.

      Grammar

    Correct Answer
    B. February
    Explanation
    The word "February" is the correct answer because it is a month that is associated with the changing of seasons, specifically the transition from winter to spring. The phrase "sunshine steeps your boughs and tints the buds and swells the leaves within" suggests the arrival of warmer weather and the beginning of new growth, which aligns with the characteristics of February.

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  • 2. 

    Life is a ____________ language; all men mispronounce it.Christopher Morley

    • A.

      Forin

    • B.

      Intrested

    • C.

      Knolege

    • D.

      Foreign

    Correct Answer
    D. Foreign
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "foreign". This is because the quote by Christopher Morley suggests that life is a language that is not native to all men, and therefore they mispronounce it. The word "foreign" implies that life is unfamiliar or unknown to individuals, leading to misunderstandings and misinterpretations.

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  • 3. 

    ____________is the old age of youth; fifty the youth of old age.Victor Hugo

    • A.

      Hight

    • B.

      Heard

    • C.

      Fourty

    • D.

      Forty

    Correct Answer
    D. Forty
    Explanation
    The quote by Victor Hugo suggests that forty is the age where one transitions from the youth of their life to the old age. This implies that at forty, individuals are no longer considered young but are also not yet considered old. Therefore, the correct answer is "Forty".

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  • 4. 

    _____________ Isaac Stevens of the Washington Territory said there were a great many white people in our country, and many more would come; that he wanted the land marked out so that the Indians and the white man could be separated.Chief Joseph

    • A.

      Governor

    • B.

      Governer

    • C.

      Fourty

    • D.

      Here

    Correct Answer
    A. Governor
    Explanation
    The passage mentions Isaac Stevens, who is referred to as the Governor of the Washington Territory. He expresses his desire to have the land marked out so that the Indians and the white man could be separated. Therefore, the correct answer is "Governor".

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  • 5. 

    Be able to correctly pronounce the words you would like to speak and have excellent spoken ______________. Marilyn vos Savant

    • A.

      Hear

    • B.

      Grammar

    • C.

      Grammer

    • D.

      Intrested

    Correct Answer
    C. Grammer
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "grammar". This is because the sentence is discussing the ability to pronounce words correctly and have excellent spoken communication skills. Good grammar is essential for effective spoken communication, so having excellent grammar skills would contribute to being able to speak well.

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  • 6. 

    Whatever words we utter should be chosen with care for people will __________ them and be influenced by them for good or ill. Buddha

    • A.

      Interested

    • B.

      Here

    • C.

      Hear

    • D.

      Heer

    Correct Answer
    C. Hear
    Explanation
    The quote by Buddha emphasizes the importance of being mindful of the words we speak, as they have the power to influence others in both positive and negative ways. The word "hear" fits into this context as it implies that people will listen to the words we utter and be influenced by them.

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  • 7. 

    Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player, that struts and frets his hour upon the stage, and then is __________ no more; it is a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing. William Shakespeare

    • A.

      Heer

    • B.

      Herd

    • C.

      Intrestid

    • D.

      Heard

    Correct Answer
    D. Heard
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "heard". The quote from William Shakespeare's play Macbeth describes life as a fleeting and meaningless existence. The phrase "Life's but a walking shadow" suggests that life is transient and insubstantial. The phrase "that struts and frets his hour upon the stage" implies that life is filled with meaningless actions and worries. Finally, the phrase "it is a tale told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, signifying nothing" emphasizes the pointlessness of life. Therefore, the word "heard" fits in the context of the quote as it signifies the act of perceiving sound, which aligns with the theme of the passage.

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  • 8. 

    Alas! if the principles of contentment are not within us, the _________ of station and worldly grandeur will as soon add a cubit to a man's stature as to his happiness. Laurence Sterne

    • A.

      Height

    • B.

      Hieght

    • C.

      Hite

    • D.

      Knowlege

    Correct Answer
    A. Height
    Explanation
    The quote by Laurence Sterne suggests that if a person does not possess the principles of contentment, their happiness cannot be increased by achieving a higher social status or worldly success. The word "height" in the answer choice represents the idea of achieving a higher stature in society, which aligns with the message conveyed in the quote.

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  • 9. 

    The most terrifying words in the English language are: I'm from the government and I'm ____________ to help. Ronald Reagan

    • A.

      Heir

    • B.

      Here

    • C.

      Hear

    • D.

      Imagine

    Correct Answer
    B. Here
    Explanation
    This quote by Ronald Reagan suggests that the most terrifying words in the English language are "I'm from the government and I'm here to help." The word "here" in this context implies that when the government claims to be present and offering assistance, it often leads to fear or concern. This can be interpreted as a commentary on the potential negative consequences or inefficiency of government intervention, reflecting Reagan's political beliefs.

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  • 10. 

    It is hard to ___________ a more stupid or more dangerous way of making decisions than by putting those decisions in the hands of people who pay no price for being wrong.Thomas Sowell

    • A.

      Image

    • B.

      Knew

    • C.

      Imagine

    • D.

      Knowlege

    Correct Answer
    C. Imagine
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "imagine". This is because the sentence is discussing the idea of making decisions and the negative consequences that can arise from allowing people who face no consequences for being wrong to make those decisions. The word "imagine" fits well in this context as it suggests the difficulty in conceptualizing or envisioning a more foolish or risky approach to decision-making.

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  • 11. 

    The truth is that parents are not really _____________ in justice. They just want quiet. Bill Cosby

    • A.

      Intrested

    • B.

      Knowledge

    • C.

      Interested

    • D.

      Interested

    Correct Answer
    C. Interested
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "interested". This quote by Bill Cosby suggests that parents are not concerned about fairness or justice, but rather they just want peace and quiet. The word "interested" fits well in this context as it implies that parents are more focused on their own desires and preferences rather than the principles of justice.

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  • 12. 

    ______________ not that I'm so smart, it's just that I stay with problems longer.Albert Einstein

    • A.

      Here

    • B.

      Hear

    • C.

      Its

    • D.

      It's

    Correct Answer
    D. It's
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "It's" because it is the correct contraction of "It is." In the given quote, Albert Einstein is explaining that he is not exceptionally intelligent, but rather he is persistent and dedicated to solving problems. The contraction "It's" is used to shorten and combine the words "It is" in this context.

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  • 13. 

    Die when I may, I want it said by those who ____________ me best that I always plucked a thistle and planted a flower where I thought a flower would grow. Abraham Lincoln

    • A.

      New

    • B.

      Knew

    • C.

      Know

    • D.

      No

    Correct Answer
    B. Knew
    Explanation
    Abraham Lincoln expresses his desire to be remembered as someone who always took action to improve a situation. The word "knew" is the correct answer because it fits the grammatical structure of the sentence and implies that the people who knew him best would be able to attest to his actions of removing thistles (negative aspects) and planting flowers (positive aspects) in his life.

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  • 14. 

    We shall never ____________ all the good that a simple smile can do. Mother Teresa

    • A.

      New

    • B.

      Knew

    • C.

      Know

    • D.

      No

    Correct Answer
    C. Know
    Explanation
    The word "know" is the correct answer because it fits grammatically and contextually in the sentence. The sentence implies that there is a positive impact or benefit that a simple smile can bring, and the word "know" suggests that we should be aware or recognize this fact. Using any of the other options would not convey the intended meaning of the sentence.

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  • 15. 

    The only source of ________________ is experience. Albert Einstein

    • A.

      Knowledge

    • B.

      Knowlege

    • C.

      Knowldge

    • D.

      Knowleje

    Correct Answer
    A. Knowledge
    Explanation
    Albert Einstein believed that the only way to acquire knowledge is through experience. He emphasized the importance of gaining knowledge through personal encounters and learning from real-life situations. According to him, knowledge cannot be obtained solely by reading or studying, but through actively engaging with the world around us. This quote highlights Einstein's belief in the value of experiential learning and the role it plays in expanding our understanding of the world.

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