Unit 2 Spelling Review

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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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What is a homophone?

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A homophone is a word that sounds the same as another word but has a different meaning and often a different spelling, such as 'to', 'two', and 'too'.

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Define 'syllable'.

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A syllable is a unit of pronunciation that contains a vowel sound and may or may not be surrounded by consonants.

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What is the purpose of a spelling review?

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The purpose of a spelling review is to reinforce correct spelling patterns, improve vocabulary, and enhance writing skills.

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What is an example of a commonly misspelled word?

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'Definitely' is often misspelled as 'definately'.

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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 is a prefix?

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A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning, such as 'un-' in 'unhappy'.

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning or grammatical function, such as '-ing' in 'running'.

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What does it mean to 'proofread' a text?

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To proofread a text means to read it carefully to find and correct errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

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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, double the final consonant (e.g., 'run' becomes 'running').