Lesson 7 Spelling

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What is the definition of spelling?

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Spelling is the process of forming words by combining letters in the correct order according to the conventions of a language.

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Why is spelling important in communication?

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Spelling is crucial for clear communication, as incorrect spelling can lead to misunderstandings and misinterpretations of the intended message.

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What are homophones?

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Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and often different spellings, such as 'to', 'two', and 'too'.

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What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

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'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence something, while 'effect' is a noun meaning the result of a change.

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What are commonly confused words?

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Commonly confused words are pairs of words that are often mistaken for one another due to similar spelling or pronunciation, such as 'accept' and 'except'.

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What is a silent letter?

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A silent letter is a letter in a word that is not pronounced, such as the 'k' in 'knight'.

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What is the role of prefixes in spelling?

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Prefixes are added to the beginning of a word to modify its meaning, such as 'un-' in 'unhappy'.

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What is the role of suffixes in spelling?

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Suffixes are added to the end of a word to change its form or meaning, such as '-ing' in 'running'.

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What is a compound word?

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A compound word is formed by combining two or more words to create a new word with a specific meaning, such as 'toothbrush'.

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What is the rule for doubling consonants in spelling?

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When adding a suffix that begins with a vowel to a one-syllable word that ends with a single consonant preceded by a single vowel, the final consonant is usually doubled, as in 'run' to 'running'.