Barber Middle School Spelling Bee

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What is the meaning of 'iota'?

Back

A very small quantity or the ninth letter of the Greek alphabet.

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What is a 'chihuahua'?

Back

A state in northern Mexico or one of a Mexican breed of very small dogs.

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What does 'demographics' refer to?

Back

The science of studying records about people, sharing roots with 'democracy' and 'graphite'.

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What is 'ventriloquy'?

Back

The art or practice of making one's voice appear to come from somewhere else, typically a dummy.

Front

What is 'ethylene'?

Back

A colorless, flammable gas with a sweet and unpleasant odor, usually obtained from petroleum and natural gas.

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What is a noun?

Back

A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is the purpose of a spelling bee?

Back

To test participants' spelling skills through a competition.

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What is the definition of 'quantity'?

Back

An amount or number of something.

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What does 'flammable' mean?

Back

Capable of catching fire and burning easily.

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What is the significance of the Greek alphabet?

Back

It is the script that has been used to write the Greek language since the 8th century BC.