Dropping E

Front

What is the rule for dropping the 'e' in words?

Back

When adding a suffix that begins with a vowel (like -ing or -able) to a word that ends with an 'e', you usually drop the 'e'. For example, 'make' becomes 'making'.

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to move on skates?

Back

skating

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to taste something?

Back

tasting

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to have hope?

Back

hoping

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to operate a vehicle?

Back

driving

Front

What happens to the 'e' in 'drive' when adding -ing?

Back

The 'e' is dropped, so 'drive' becomes 'driving'.

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to shine brightly?

Back

blazing

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to glide on ice?

Back

skating

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to taste food?

Back

tasting

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word that means to have a strong desire for something?

Back

hoping