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Think you've got the right stuff? Test your spelling skills with our Spelling Quiz. Whether you're a budding wordsmith or just love a good challenge, this quiz is perfect for you. Dive into a series of words, some easy, some tricky, and see if you can spell them correctly. From everyday vocabulary to words that might trip you up, this quiz covers a wide range of spelling challenges.

Challenge yourself with words that test your ability to remember tricky letter combinations and silent letters. Each question is designed to improve your spelling accuracy and expand your vocabulary. Take the plunge Read moreinto our Spelling Quiz and discover just how well you can spell. Start the quiz now and become a spelling champion!


Spelling Questions and Answers

  • 1. 

    Which word is spelled correctly?

    • A.

      Accomodate

    • B.

      Accommodate

    • C.

      Acommodate

    • D.

      Accommadate

    Correct Answer
    B. Accommodate
    Explanation
    "Accommodate" is correctly spelled with double 'c' and double 'm', which are crucial for its pronunciation and differentiation from similar-looking words like "Accomodate", "Acommodate", and "Accommadate". The double consonants in "Accommodate" serve a phonetic purpose, ensuring clarity in pronunciation and correct usage in written communication. Understanding these spelling nuances helps in distinguishing between homophones and ensuring accuracy in conveying meaning. 

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  • 2. 

    Identify the correct spelling:

    • A.

      Necessary

    • B.

      Necesary

    • C.

      Neccessary

    • D.

      Necesssary

    Correct Answer
    A. Necessary
    Explanation
    "Necessary" is spelled correctly with double 's' and a single 'c', crucial for its phonetic and semantic clarity. This spelling distinguishes it from incorrect variations such as "Necesary", "Neccessary", and "Necesssary". The double 's' ensures the correct pronunciation of the word's second syllable, while the single 'c' maintains its phonetic integrity. Practicing such distinctions improves overall spelling proficiency and fosters confidence in using language correctly in various contexts.

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  • 3. 

    Choose the correctly spelled word:

    • A.

      Receive

    • B.

      Recieve

    • C.

      Recieve

    • D.

      Receeve

    Correct Answer
    A. Receive
    Explanation
    "Receive" is correctly spelled without an additional 'e' at the end, distinguishing it from incorrect spellings like "Recieve", "Recieve", and "Receeve". The absence of an extra 'e' maintains the word's phonetic clarity and grammatical correctness. Understanding these spelling distinctions aids in proper word usage and enhances communication skills, ensuring clarity and precision in written and spoken language. 

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  • 4. 

    Select the correctly spelled word:

    • A.

      Embarrass

    • B.

      Embarass

    • C.

      Embaras

    • D.

      Embarras

    Correct Answer
    A. Embarrass
    Explanation
    "Embarrass" is spelled correctly with double 'r' and double 's', crucial for its phonetic accuracy and differentiation from incorrect spellings such as "Embarass", "Embaras", and "Embarras". The double consonants in "Embarrass" ensure proper pronunciation and semantic clarity, distinguishing it from homophones and reinforcing correct usage in written and spoken language. 

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  • 5. 

    Which spelling is correct?

    • A.

      Separate

    • B.

      Seperrate

    • C.

      Separete

    • D.

      Separatte

    Correct Answer
    A. Separate
    Explanation
    "Separate" is correctly spelled with a single 'a' and 'e', distinguishing it from incorrect spellings like "Seperrate", "Separete", and "Separatte". The correct placement of vowels ensures phonetic clarity and proper usage in written and spoken communication. 

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  • 6. 

    Pick the correctly spelled word:

    • A.

      Definitely

    • B.

      Definately

    • C.

      Definatly

    • D.

      Definatelly

    Correct Answer
    A. Definitely
    Explanation
    "Definitely" is spelled correctly without additional letters, distinguishing it from incorrect variations such as "Definately", "Definatly", and "Definatelly". The absence of extra letters ensures phonetic accuracy and maintains the word's grammatical correctness. 

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  • 7. 

    Identify the correct spelling:

    • A.

      Occurrence

    • B.

      Occurance

    • C.

      Occurrance

    • D.

      Occureence

    Correct Answer
    A. Occurrence
    Explanation
    "Occurrence" is spelled correctly with double 'r' and double 'c', distinguishing it from incorrect spellings like "Occurance", "Occurrance", and "Occureence". The double consonants ensure phonetic clarity and semantic accuracy, distinguishing the word from homophones and reinforcing its correct usage in written and spoken language. 

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  • 8. 

    Choose the correctly spelled word:

    • A.

      Manoeuvre

    • B.

      Maneuver

    • C.

      Manouver

    • D.

      Maneuvor

    Correct Answer
    A. Manoeuvre
    Explanation
    "Manoeuvre" is spelled correctly with 'oe' instead of 'eu', distinguishing it from American English spelling variations such as "Maneuver", "Manouver", and "Maneuvor". The British English spelling maintains phonetic clarity and consistency in usage, distinguishing the word in written and spoken communication.

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  • 9. 

    Select the correctly spelled word:

    • A.

      Occasion

    • B.

      Occassion

    • C.

      Occasssion

    • D.

      Occasionn

    Correct Answer
    A. Occasion
    Explanation
    "Occasion" is spelled correctly without extra letters, distinguishing it from incorrect spellings such as "Occassion", "Occasssion", and "Occasionn". The absence of additional letters ensures phonetic accuracy and maintains the word's grammatical correctness. 

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  • 10. 

    Which word is spelled correctly?

    • A.

      Indispensable

    • B.

      Indispensible

    • C.

      Indespesible

    • D.

      Indisspensible

    Correct Answer
    A. Indispensable
    Explanation
    "Indispensable" is spelled correctly without extra letters, distinguishing it from incorrect variations such as "Indispensible", "Indespesible", and "Indisspensible". The absence of additional letters ensures phonetic accuracy and maintains the word's grammatical correctness.

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