Spelling Quiz: Federal Clerical Test Practice Questions

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    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Absalutely
    • Absoluttley
    • Absolutley
    • Absolutly
    • Absolutely
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Are you preparing for a federal clerical test? Are you looking for some practice questions to prepare for the spelling test for employment? Take this clerical test and check how good your spelling ability skills are. Clerical examinations are put together to allow people to display an aptitude for any given skill when it comes to selecting which candidates might See morebe most suitable for a role in a particular job application. Do you think you possess the skills needed to land a job in the civil service? Play the quiz, then.

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  • 2. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Adviseable

    • Adviceable

    • Advisable

    • Advicable

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Advisable
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "advisable". This word means something that is recommended or appropriate to do. The other options "adviseable", "adviceable", and "advicable" are incorrect spellings and do not exist in the English language. Therefore, the correct answer is "advisable".

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  • 3. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Asle

    • Aile

    • Aisle

    • Ile

    Correct Answer
    A. Aisle
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "aisle." An aisle refers to a passageway between rows of seats or shelves in a building, such as in a supermarket or a church. It is commonly used to describe a pathway or corridor that allows for movement or access to different areas.

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  • 4. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Allege

    • Alege

    • Allegge

    • Alegge

    Correct Answer
    A. Allege
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "allege".

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  • 5. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Alright

    • Allright

    • Alrright

    • Alrigght

    Correct Answer
    A. Alright
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "alright." It is a commonly accepted variant, though some style guides and dictionaries prefer the two-word form "all right" for formal writing. However, "alright" has gained widespread usage and acceptance in informal contexts.

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  • 6. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Benefited

    • Benefitted

    • Benafited

    • Benifited

    • Beniffited

    Correct Answer
    A. Benefited
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "benefited." This is the correct spelling because it follows the standard English spelling rules for adding the suffix "-ed" to the base word "benefit." There is no need for any additional letters or changes to the spelling of the base word.

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  • 7. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Bullatin

    • Bulettin

    • Bullettin

    • Buletin

    • Bulletin

    Correct Answer
    A. Bulletin
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "bulletin."

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  • 8. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Calendar

    • Calender

    • Callendar

    • Callender

    Correct Answer
    A. Calendar
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "calendar." The other options, "calender," "callendar," and "callender," are incorrect spellings of the word.

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  • 9. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Cemetary

    • Cemetery

    • Cematery

    • Cematary

    Correct Answer
    A. Cemetery
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "cemetery". The other options provided, "cemetary", "cematery", and "cematary", are all incorrect spellings. The correct spelling has an "e" after the "m" and an "e" before the "t", making it "cemetery".

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  • 10. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Collonel

    • Colanel

    • Colonel

    • Collonil

    • Colonal

    Correct Answer
    A. Colonel
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "colonel".

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  • 11. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Comitee

    • Comittee

    • Commitee

    • Commetee

    • Committee

    Correct Answer
    A. Committee
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "committee".

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  • 12. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Conscience

    • Consceince

    • Consciente

    • Consicience

    Correct Answer
    A. Conscience
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "conscience". This word refers to an inner feeling or voice that tells you whether something is right or wrong. It is a commonly used word in English language and is spelled with the letters "c-o-n-s-c-i-e-n-c-e".

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  • 13. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Consious

    • Conscious

    • Consious

    • Consous

    Correct Answer
    A. Conscious
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "conscious". This word refers to being aware, awake, or having knowledge or understanding of something. The spelling "conscious" is the only option provided that matches the correct spelling and meaning of the word.

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  • 14. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Coolly

    • Cooly

    • Coly

    • Colly

    Correct Answer
    A. Coolly
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "coolly". This is the correct answer because it follows the standard spelling rules for adding the suffix "-ly" to the adjective "cool". The other options "cooly", "coly", and "Colly" do not adhere to these spelling rules and are therefore incorrect.

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  • 15. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Courtous

    • Carteous

    • Courteious

    • Courteous

    Correct Answer
    A. Courteous
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "courteous". This word means having or showing good manners, polite, and respectful behavior towards others.

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  • 16. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Courtasy

    • Courtisy

    • Corteousy

    • Courtesy

    • Corteasy

    Correct Answer
    A. Courtesy
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "courtesy."

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  • 17. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Duly

    • Dul

    • Duli

    • Dullie

    Correct Answer
    A. Duly
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "duly". This word means in a proper or expected manner, or in accordance with what is required or appropriate.

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  • 18. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Eight

    • Eig

    • Eigh

    • All of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Eight
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word "eight" is the ordinal form of the number eight. It is spelled with a "t" at the end, indicating its position in a sequence. 

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  • 19. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Iminent

    • Eminent

    • Emminent

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Eminent
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "eminent". This word means someone who is famous, respected, or important in a particular area or profession.

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  • 20. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Endevor

    • Endevar

    • Endeavor

    • Endeavar

    • Endeavore

    Correct Answer
    A. Endeavor
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "endeavor."

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  • 21. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Equooped

    • Equiped

    • Equpped

    • Equipped

    • Equippd

    Correct Answer
    A. Equipped
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "equipped". This is the only option that follows the standard English spelling rules for adding the past tense suffix "-ed" to the base word "equip". The other options, "equooped", "equiped", "equpped", and "equippd", do not follow these rules and are therefore incorrect spellings.

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  • 22. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Forcibly

    • Forceable

    • Forceibly

    • Forcebly

    Correct Answer
    A. Forcibly
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "forcibly." This word is spelled correctly according to standard English spelling rules. The other options, "forceable," "forceibly," and "forcebly," are misspelled and do not conform to the correct spelling of the word.

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  • 23. 

    Select the correct spelling - 

    • Foresee

    • Forsee

    • Force

    • Both A and C

    Correct Answer
    A. Both A and C
    Explanation
    Both options A and C are correct spellings of the word "foresee". This word means to anticipate or predict something before it happens. The correct spelling of a word can vary depending on the region or dialect, so both spellings are considered acceptable.

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  • 24. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Fourty

    • Forty

    • Fortty

    • Fourti

    Correct Answer
    A. Forty
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "forty." This is the correct answer because it follows the standard English spelling rules for numbers. "Fourty" is an incorrect spelling, as the correct spelling uses the letter "u" instead of "o." "Fortty" and "fourti" are also incorrect spellings, as they contain extra letters that are not necessary.

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  • 25. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Grateful

    • Greatful

    • Greatful

    • Grteful

    Correct Answer
    A. Grateful
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "grateful".

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  • 26. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Harased

    • Harrassed

    • Harassed

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Harassed
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "harassed". It means to subject someone to aggressive pressure or intimidation.

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  • 27. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Heros

    • Heroes

    • Heross

    • Heroees

    Correct Answer
    A. Heroes
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "heroes". This is the plural form of the word "hero", which refers to a person who is admired for their courage or noble qualities. The incorrect options "heros", "heross", and "heroees" all have incorrect spellings and do not match the correct plural form of the word.

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  • 28. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Imediatley

    • Immediatley

    • Immediately

    • Imediately

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Immediately
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "immediately".

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  • 29. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Indefenitely

    • Indefinitely

    • Indefinetely

    • Indefinitly

    • Indefinitley

    Correct Answer
    A. Indefinitely
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "indefinitely".

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  • 30. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Interesting

    • Interresting

    • Interasting

    • Intarasting

    Correct Answer
    A. Interesting
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "interesting."

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  • 31. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Jeolous

    • Jealas

    • Jealous

    • Jeolas

    • Jeolaus

    Correct Answer
    A. Jealous
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "jealous".

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  • 32. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Kindergarden

    • Kindergardin

    • Kindergarten

    • Kindargarden

    Correct Answer
    A. Kindergarten
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "kindergarten." This is the correct answer because it follows the standard spelling rules for the word. The word is commonly used to refer to a preschool or educational institution for young children, and "kindergarten" is the accepted spelling in English.

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  • 33. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Lietenant

    • Lutenant

    • Leitenant

    • Lieutenant

    • Luteniant

    Correct Answer
    A. Lieutenant
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "lieutenant".

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  • 34. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Merchandice

    • Merchandize

    • Merchandise

    • Merchendise

    • Merchendize

    Correct Answer
    A. Merchandise
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "merchandise". It is spelled with an "a" instead of an "e" in the middle. The other options, "merchandice", "merchandize", "merchendise", and "merchendize" are all incorrect spellings of the word.

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  • 35. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Mischevious

    • Mishievous

    • Mischevous

    • Mischevos

    • Mischievous

    Correct Answer
    A. Mischievous
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "mischievous".

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  • 36. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Misspelled

    • Mispelled

    • Mispeled

    • Misspeled

    Correct Answer
    A. Misspelled
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "misspelled" because it follows the standard English spelling rules. The prefix "mis-" indicates a negative or incorrect action, while the root word "spell" refers to the act of forming words correctly. The "-ed" suffix is added to indicate past tense. Therefore, "misspelled" accurately represents the word meaning and follows the correct spelling conventions.

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  • 37. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Occassion

    • Ocassion

    • Occasion

    • Ocasion

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Occasion
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "occasion." The other options, "occassion," "ocassion," and "ocasion," are all misspellings of the word.

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  • 38. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Ocurred

    • Occured

    • Ocured

    • Occurred

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Occurred
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "occurred." The other options, "ocurred," "occured," and "ocured," are all misspellings of the word. "Occurred" is the correct spelling, as it follows the standard English spelling rules for words ending in a double "r" after a short vowel sound.

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  • 39. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Oweing

    • Owing

    • Owning

    • Both B and C

    Correct Answer
    A. Both B and C
    Explanation
    Both B and C are correct spellings of the word. "Owing" is the correct spelling, which means to be in debt or to have a financial obligation. "Owning" is also a correct spelling, which means to possess or have ownership of something. Both spellings are valid and can be used interchangeably depending on the context.

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  • 40. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Pasttime

    • Pastime

    • Passtime

    • Pastiime

    Correct Answer
    A. Pastime
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "pastime." It refers to an activity or hobby that someone enjoys doing in their leisure time.

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  • 41. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Possesses

    • Posseses

    • Posesses

    • Posessess

    • Possessess

    Correct Answer
    A. Possesses
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "possesses." This is the correct answer because it follows the standard rules of English spelling, where the word "possess" is spelled with two "s" letters. The other options (posseses, posesses, posessess, possessess) all have incorrect spellings and do not match the standard spelling of the word.

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  • 42. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Remittence

    • Remitence

    • Remitance

    • Remittance

    • Remmittance

    Correct Answer
    A. Remittance
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "remittance". This is the correct answer because it is the only option that is spelled correctly according to standard English spelling rules. The other options ("remittence", "remitence", "remitance", "remmittance") all contain misspellings or variations that are not recognized in the English language.

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  • 43. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Resistence

    • Resestance

    • Resistance

    • Resestince

    • Resistince

    Correct Answer
    A. Resistance
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "resistance." This is the only option that follows the standard English spelling rules for this word, which means it is spelled correctly.

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  • 44. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Seargent

    • Sergant

    • Seargent

    • Sergeant

    • Sergiant

    Correct Answer
    A. Sergeant
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "sergeant".

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  • 45. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Severely

    • Severly

    • Severaly

    • Sevarely

    Correct Answer
    A. Severely
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "severely". This word is spelled with an "e" after the "v" and before the "e". The other options provided in the question are misspelled variations of the word.

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  • 46. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Sking

    • Skiing

    • Both A and B

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Skiing
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "skiing". This is the correct answer because it accurately represents the word and its pronunciation. The other option, "sking", is not a recognized word in the English language. Therefore, the correct answer is "skiing".

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  • 47. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Superintendant

    • Suparintendent

    • Superintendent

    • Superintandant

    • Superintenint

    Correct Answer
    A. Superintendent
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "superintendent." This is the correct answer because it follows the standard spelling rules for the word, with the correct placement of vowels and consonants. The other options provided are incorrect spellings with various misspellings and missing letters.

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  • 48. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Thorow

    • Thorough

    • Thorugh

    • All of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Thorough
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "thorough". This word means complete or exhaustive, and it is spelled with the letters "t-h-o-r-o-u-g-h". The other options provided, "thorow" and "thorugh", are misspellings. Therefore, the correct answer is "thorough".

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  • 49. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Transfered

    • Transferrd

    • Transferd

    • Transferred

    Correct Answer
    A. Transferred
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "transferred".

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