Spelling Suffixes -ible/-able: Identify The Correct Suffix

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A suffix is a letter or a group of letters join to the end of a word to alter its sense. This is a spelling quiz over the words with the suffixes -ible and -able. The last two questions are bonus challenge words and do not count against you if you miss them. Read the questions carefully and answer. So, let's try out the quiz. All the best!

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1.

What is your name?
- A.
  
  Name
Correct Answer
A. Name
2.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: It is _____ that school will begin again in August.
- A.
  
  Inevitable
- B.
  
  Inevitible
- C.
  
  Enevitable
Correct Answer
A. Inevitable

Explanation
The correct spelling word to complete the sentence is "inevitable." This means that it is certain or unavoidable that school will start again in August.

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3.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Coming to Mr. Hoskins' class is not very _____. He'll write you up for being tardy.
- A.
  
  Fashionible
- B.
  
  Fashionable
- C.
  
  Fashionuble
Correct Answer
B. Fashionable

Explanation
Coming to Mr. Hoskins' class is not very fashionable. He'll write you up for being tardy.

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4.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Your locker at school is _____ to school administrators if they think you're hiding something illegal.
- A.
  
  Accessable
- B.
  
  Accesible
- C.
  
  Accessible
Correct Answer
C. Accessible

Explanation
The correct spelling word is "accessible". In this sentence, it means that school administrators have the ability to gain entry or have access to your locker if they suspect that you are concealing something illegal.

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5.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Having perfect attendance every year you're in school is almost _____ these days.
- A.
  
  Incredible
- B.
  
  Incredable
- C.
  
  Incredibel
Correct Answer
A. Incredible

Explanation
Having perfect attendance every year you're in school is almost incredible these days.

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Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Having a _____ friend you can count on is very important.
- A.
  
  Dependible
- B.
  
  Dependable
- C.
  
  Dependabel
Correct Answer
B. Dependable

Explanation
Having a dependable friend you can count on is very important.

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7.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: In order to be a _____ student, you should always complete your homework and turn it in on time.
- A.
  
  Responsable
- B.
  
  Responsibel
- C.
  
  Responsible
Correct Answer
C. Responsible

Explanation
To be a responsible student, it is important to consistently finish your homework and submit it punctually. Being responsible demonstrates discipline and commitment towards your academic obligations, which can lead to better academic performance and personal growth.

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Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Being able to listen to what someone tells you is a _____ skill.
- A.
  
  Valuable
- B.
  
  Valueable
- C.
  
  Valuible
Correct Answer
A. Valuable

Explanation
Being able to listen to what someone tells you is a valuable skill. This means that being able to actively listen and understand what others are saying is highly important and beneficial. It allows for effective communication, empathy, and the ability to learn and grow from others' perspectives and experiences.

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9.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: When your teacher tells you to listen carefully, it is _____ to do so.
- A.
  
  Advisable
- B.
  
  Advisible
- C.
  
  Adviseable
Correct Answer
A. Advisable

Explanation
When your teacher tells you to listen carefully, it is advisable to do so. "Advisable" means that it is recommended or wise to listen carefully when your teacher instructs you to do so. This word accurately conveys the meaning of the sentence and is spelled correctly.

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10.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Leaving the classroom without the teacher's knowledge is not _____.
- A.
  
  Permissabel
- B.
  
  Permissable
- C.
  
  Permissible
Correct Answer
C. Permissible

Explanation
Leaving the classroom without the teacher's knowledge is not permissible. The correct spelling of the word is "permissible." This means that it is not allowed or acceptable to leave the classroom without the teacher's knowledge.

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Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Some students think that they're so _____ that they can get away with anything.
- A.
  
  Irresistible
- B.
  
  Irresistable
- C.
  
  Iresistible
Correct Answer
A. Irresistible

Explanation
The correct spelling word to complete the sentence is "irresistible." This word means that the students believe they are so attractive or charming that they can escape any consequences for their actions.

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Complete the following sentence with the corrComplete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: All students who attend West Creek Middle School are _____ for the drawing for the free iPod.ect spelling word: Hey, you have a _____ pimple on your nose!
- A.
  
  Eligable
- B.
  
  Eligible
- C.
  
  Eligibel
Correct Answer
B. Eligible

Explanation
The correct answer is "eligible". In this sentence, the word "eligible" means that the students who attend West Creek Middle School meet the requirements or qualifications to be considered for the drawing for the free iPod.

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Spelling Suffixes -ible/-able: Identify The Correct Suffix

What is your name?

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: It is _____ that school will begin again in August.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Coming to Mr. Hoskins' class is not very _____. He'll write you up for being tardy.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Your locker at school is _____ to school administrators if they think you're hiding something illegal.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Having perfect attendance every year you're in school is almost _____ these days.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Having a _____ friend you can count on is very important.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: In order to be a _____ student, you should always complete your homework and turn it in on time.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Being able to listen to what someone tells you is a _____ skill.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: When your teacher tells you to listen carefully, it is _____ to do so.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Leaving the classroom without the teacher's knowledge is not _____.

Complete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: Some students think that they're so _____ that they can get away with anything.

Complete the following sentence with the corrComplete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: All students who attend West Creek Middle School are _____ for the drawing for the free iPod.ect spelling word: Hey, you have a _____ pimple on your nose!

Complete the following sentence with the corrComplete the following sentence with the correct spelling word: All students who attend West Creek Middle School are _ for the drawing for the free iPod.ect spelling word: Hey, you have a _ pimple on your nose!