Spelling & Misspelled Words

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    Everyone could come home _________ Chuck. Which word fits in the blank?

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This quiz titled 'Spelling & Misspelled Words' assesses the ability to identify incorrect spellings and select appropriate words to complete sentences. It enhances spelling accuracy and vocabulary knowledge, vital for effective communication.

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  • 2. 

    The security system created the ___________ that they were safe.Which word fits in the blank? 

    • Illusion

    • Allusion

    Correct Answer
    A. Illusion
    Explanation
    The word "illusion" fits in the blank because it means a false perception or belief. In this context, the security system created a false perception or belief that they were safe. The word "allusion" would not make sense in this sentence as it refers to a reference or mention of something indirectly.

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  • 3. 

    What word is NOT spelled correctly?

    • Nusance

    • Ninth

    • Noticeable

    • Nowadays

    Correct Answer
    A. Nusance
    Explanation
    The word "nusance" is the word that is not spelled correctly. The correct spelling of the word is "nuisance".

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  • 4. 

    1)   What word is NOT spelled correctly?

    • Atheist

    • Athletic

    • Attendance

    • Auxilary

    Correct Answer
    A. Auxilary
    Explanation
    The word "auxilary" is spelled incorrectly. The correct spelling is "auxiliary".

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  • 5. 

    1)   When we rescued the five men, they were _____________ on the ledge.     Which word fits in the blank?

    • All together

    • Altogether

    Correct Answer
    A. All together
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "all together". This phrase means that the five men were in a group or in close proximity to each other on the ledge. "Altogether" means completely or entirely, which does not make sense in this context.

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following spellings is correct? 

    • Embarras

    • Embaras

    • Embarass

    • Embarrass

    Correct Answer
    A. Embarrass
    Explanation
    The correct spelling is "embarrass". This word is spelled with double "r" and double "s". The other options have incorrect spellings, such as missing letters or using only one "r" or one "s".

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  • 7. 

    1)   What word is NOT spelled correctly?

    • Dispensable

    • dissatisfied

    • drunkeness

    • Dominant

    Correct Answer
    A. drunkeness
    Explanation
    The word "drunkeness" is not spelled correctly. The correct spelling is "drunkenness".

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  • 8. 

    The advisor had his ________ speak at the conference.Which word fits in the blank?

    • Aid

    • Aide

    Correct Answer
    A. Aide
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "aide". An aide is a person who assists or supports someone in a position of authority or responsibility. In this context, the advisor had his aide speak at the conference, indicating that the advisor's assistant or helper delivered a speech on his behalf.

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  • 9. 

    1)   The reporter was unable to_______ information from the police about drug trafficing. Which word fits in the blank? 

    • Illicit

    • Elicit

    Correct Answer
    A. Elicit
    Explanation
    The word "elicit" fits in the blank because it means to obtain or draw out information or a response from someone. In this context, the reporter was unsuccessful in obtaining information from the police about drug trafficking. "Illicit" means illegal or forbidden, which does not make sense in this sentence.

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  • 10. 

    Which of the following spellings is correct? 

    • Consensus

    • Concensus

    • Consencus

    • Consenssus

    Correct Answer
    A. Consensus
    Explanation
    The correct spelling is "consensus". This word refers to a general agreement or opinion among a group of people. The other options, "concensus", "consencus", and "consenssus", are all incorrect spellings.

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  • 11. 

    Jane’s attitude didn’t faze her mother. Which word fits in the blank?  

    • Phase

    • Faze

    Correct Answer
    A. Faze
    Explanation
    The word "faze" fits in the blank. The sentence suggests that Jane's attitude did not bother or disturb her mother. "Faze" means to disturb or disconcert someone, so it makes sense in the context of the sentence.

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  • 12. 

    Which of the following spellings is correct? 

    • Deductible

    • Deductable

    • Deductuble

    • Deductabel

    Correct Answer
    A. Deductible
    Explanation
    The correct spelling is "deductible." This is the correct answer because it follows the standard spelling rules for the word, with the "e" before the "i" and the final "e" at the end.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the following spellings is correct for a page in a book?

    • Foreword

    • Forworde

    • Forword

    • Foreward

    Correct Answer
    A. Foreword
    Explanation
    The correct spelling for a page in a book is "foreword". This term refers to an introductory section or preface in a book, typically written by someone other than the author. The other options provided ("forworde", "forword", "foreward") are incorrect spellings and do not accurately represent the intended word.

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  • 14. 

    What word is NOT spelled correctly?

    • Unanimous

    • Unique

    • Undoubtly

    • Unforgettable

    Correct Answer
    A. Undoubtly
    Explanation
    The word "undoubtly" is not spelled correctly. The correct spelling is "undoubtedly."

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  • 15. 

    Which is the correct spelling? 

    • Perserverance

    • Persaverence

    • Perserverence

    • Perseverance

    Correct Answer
    A. Perseverance
    Explanation
    The correct spelling is "perseverance". It means the quality of continuing to do something despite difficulties or obstacles.

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  • 16. 

    His creativity was the perfect _______ to her determination. Which word fits in the blank?

    • Complement

    • Compliment

    Correct Answer
    A. Complement
    Explanation
    The word "complement" fits in the blank because it means something that completes or enhances something else. In this context, the creativity of the person is seen as a perfect match or complement to the determination of the other person. The two qualities work together harmoniously, making them a good pair.

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  • 17. 

    Which of the following spellings is correct? 

    • Ocurrance

    • Occurrance

    • Occurrence

    • Occurance

    Correct Answer
    A. Occurrence
    Explanation
    The correct spelling is "occurrence."

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  • 18. 

    Which of the following spellings is correct?

    • Occassion

    • Ocassion

    • Occasion

    Correct Answer
    A. Occasion
    Explanation
    The correct spelling is "occasion". The other two spellings, "occassion" and "ocassion", are incorrect. The word "occasion" refers to a particular event or situation.

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  • 19. 

    1)  The ________  period in the dinosaurs' reign was reached just before severe climate conditions brought on the ice age.    Which word fits in the blank? 

    • Climactic

    • Climatic

    Correct Answer
    A. Climactic
    Explanation
    The word "climactic" fits in the blank. This is because the sentence is referring to a period that occurred just before severe climate conditions brought on the ice age. "Climactic" means relating to the highest point of something, so in this context, it suggests that the period was the peak or culmination of the dinosaurs' reign before the ice age. On the other hand, "climatic" refers to anything related to climate, which does not convey the same meaning as "climactic" in this sentence.

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  • 20. 

    The secretaries are ________ to changing the dress code? Which word fits in the blank? 

    • Averse

    • Adverse

    Correct Answer
    A. Averse
    Explanation
    The word "averse" means having a strong dislike or opposition towards something. In the given context, if the secretaries are averse to changing the dress code, it means they strongly dislike or oppose the idea of changing the dress code.

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