Are You An Expert Speller?

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1. Many children feel as if their parents do this to them more often than they would like.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Embarrass". This word accurately represents the feeling that many children experience when their parents make them feel self-conscious or ashamed. The other options, "Embaras", "Imbarrass", and "Embearass", are not valid spellings of the word and do not convey the intended meaning.

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Are You An Expert Speller? - Quiz

In regards to spelling, the English language delivers several curve balls. Manny of us believe that we are experts once we have completed high school.... see moreUnfortunately, there are several words that are commonly misspelled, even by those with college degrees. Believe that you are an expert speller? Test your skills with the following quiz.
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2. What is the proper way to spell an usual word that is used quite often:

Explanation

The correct spelling for the usual word that is used quite often is "Weird." This is the commonly accepted spelling and is the proper way to spell the word.

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3. Many people do not want this to happen when they step into a courtroom.

Explanation

When people step into a courtroom, they do not want to be indicted. Indict means to formally accuse someone of a crime, typically by a grand jury. Being indicted can lead to serious legal consequences, such as prosecution and potential imprisonment. Therefore, it is understandable that people would not want this to happen to them in a courtroom.

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4. Not many carry these about these days.

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The correct answer is "Handkerchief." The word refers to a small piece of fabric that is used for wiping or blowing one's nose. The statement "Not many carry these about these days" suggests that handkerchiefs are not commonly carried or used by people nowadays.

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5. How would you properly quarter this word?

Explanation

The correct answer is "Accommodate." This is the correct spelling of the word. The other options have incorrect spellings, such as "Acommodate," "Accomodate," and "Accomadate."

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6. Shakespeare is among the most notable of these.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Playwright" because it is the correct spelling of the word that refers to a person who writes plays. Shakespeare is mentioned as being one of the most notable individuals in this field, indicating that the correct answer should be the correct spelling of the word.

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7. Even crews cannot get the spelling correct.

Explanation

The correct spelling of the word is "Maintenance". This word refers to the act of keeping something in good condition or the process of preserving or repairing something. Despite being a commonly misspelled word, it is essential for crews to know the correct spelling to ensure effective communication and professionalism in their work.

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8. This go between is rarely spelled properly.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Liaison." A liaison is a person or entity that acts as a link or intermediary between two parties. The word "liaison" is commonly used in English and is spelled correctly in this context. The other options, "Laison," "Liason," and "Leeason," are incorrect spellings of the word.

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9. It seems as if very few utilize this today.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Conscience". This is the correct spelling of the word that refers to an inner voice or sense of right and wrong. The sentence suggests that only a few people use or rely on their conscience in present times.

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10. This tropical paradise is misspelled and mispronounced almost as often as breaths are taken.

Explanation

The correct spelling and pronunciation of the tropical paradise in question is "Caribbean." This word is commonly misspelled and mispronounced due to its complex combination of letters and sounds. The answer provided is the correct spelling and pronunciation of the word, which is often mistaken or confused with similar variations such as "Carribean," "Carabean," or "Carribbean."

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Many children feel as if their parents do this to them more often than...
What is the proper way to spell an usual word that is used quite...
Many people do not want this to happen when they step into a...
Not many carry these about these days.
How would you properly quarter this word?
Shakespeare is among the most notable of these.
Even crews cannot get the spelling correct.
This go between is rarely spelled properly.
It seems as if very few utilize this today.
This tropical paradise is misspelled and mispronounced almost as often...
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