Spelling Quiz: Federal Clerical Test Practice Questions

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    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Jeolous
    • Jealas
    • Jealous
    • Jeolas
    • Jeolaus
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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...

    • Probabley

    • Probably

    • Both A and B

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Probably
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "probably". The word "probabley" is misspelled, so option A is incorrect. Option B is the correct spelling of the word, so the answer is "probably".

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  • 3. 

    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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  • 4. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Benafit

    • Benifit

    • Benefit

    • Beneffit

    • Benefitt

    Correct Answer
    A. Benefit
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "benefit".

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  • 5. 

    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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  • 6. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Congradulations

    • Congratulations

    • Congretulations

    • Congratilations

    Correct Answer
    A. Congratulations
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "congratulations."

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  • 7. 

    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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  • 8. 

    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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  • 9. 

    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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  • 10. 

    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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  • 11. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Verticle

    • Vertical

    • Verteecal

    • Verteecle

    Correct Answer
    A. Vertical
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "vertical."

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  • 12. 

    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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  • 13. 

    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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  • 14. 

    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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  • 15. 

    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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  • 16. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Grammar

    • Grammer

    • Both A and B

    • Option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Grammar
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "grammar."

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  • 17. 

    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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  • 18. 

    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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  • 19. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Categary

    • Catagory

    • Category

    • Catigory

    Correct Answer
    A. Category
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "category."

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  • 20. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Absalutely

    • Absoluttley

    • Absolutley

    • Absolutly

    • Absolutely

    Correct Answer
    A. Absolutely
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "absolutely."

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  • 21. 

    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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  • 22. 

    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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  • 23. 

    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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  • 24. 

    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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  • 25. 

    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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  • 26. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Chimeney

    • Chimney

    • Chimny

    • Chimniy

    Correct Answer
    A. Chimney
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "chimney."

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  • 27. 

    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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  • 28. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Memorendum

    • Memorandem

    • Memorandum

    • Memorandam

    • Memorindum

    Correct Answer
    A. Memorandum
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "memorandum." This is a commonly used term to refer to a written record or note that serves as a reminder or documentation of something. The other options provided are incorrect spellings of the word.

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  • 29. 

    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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  • 30. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Agression

    • Aggression

    • Aggresion

    • Aggresion

    • Aggretion

    Correct Answer
    A. Aggression
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "aggression". This is the correct answer because it is the only option that is spelled correctly according to standard English spelling rules. The other options ("agression", "aggresion", and "aggretion") contain misspellings or variations that are not commonly used.

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  • 31. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Prespire

    • Perspire

    • Percpire

    • Prespire

    Correct Answer
    A. Perspire
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "perspire".

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  • 32. 

    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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  • 33. 

    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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  • 34. 

    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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  • 35. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Wield

    • Weild

    • Both A and B

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. Wield
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "wield". This word means to hold and use a weapon or tool with skill and control. The other option "weild" is incorrect as it misspells the word. Therefore, the correct answer is "wield".

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  • 36. 

    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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  • 37. 

    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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  • 38. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Conseuquently

    • Consuequntly

    • Consequently

    • Consequentely

    • Consequentley

    Correct Answer
    A. Consequently
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "consequently".

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  • 39. 

    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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  • 40. 

    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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  • 41. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Tomorrow

    • Tommorrow

    • Tommorow

    • Tomorow

    • Tomarrow

    Correct Answer
    A. Tomorrow
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "tomorrow."

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  • 42. 

    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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  • 43. 

    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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  • 44. 

    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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  • 45. 

    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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  • 46. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Aformentioned

    • Aforementioned

    • Aformentioned

    • All of these

    Correct Answer
    A. Aforementioned
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "aforementioned".

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  • 47. 

    Which is the correct spelling of the word...

    • Corespondence

    • Correspondance

    • Correspondence

    • Correspondince

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Correspondence
    Explanation
    The correct spelling of the word is "correspondence."

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  • 48. 

    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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  • 49. 

    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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