British English Vs American English Spelling

The video tutorial explores the differences in spelling between British and American English. It covers various patterns such as the OU to OR, RE to ER, dropping E, and single to double consonants. The tutorial also discusses how some American spellings are becoming accepted in British English due to simplicity and ease. Examples include words like color, theatre, program, and defense. The video aims to help learners understand these differences and adapt to the variations in spelling.

What is one reason for the differences in spelling between British and American English?

• British English simplifies spellings based on pronunciation.

• American English retains French spellings.

• British English adopts spellings from Spanish.

• American English often simplifies spellings based on pronunciation.

Which of the following words follows the 'OUR' to 'OR' pattern?

• Centre

• Color

• Theatre

• Judgment

What is the American English spelling of 'theatre'?

• Theater

• Theatere

• Theatre

• Theator

Which word is an example of the 'RE' to 'ER' pattern?

• Counselor

• Fulfil

• Metre

• Fibre

In American English, how is the word 'program' spelled?

• Programee

• Programme

• Program

• Programe

Which of the following words drops the 'E' in American English?

• Judgement

• Fulfil

• Annexe

• Licence

What is the American English spelling of 'defence'?

• Defens

• Defense

• Defence

• Defencee

Which word follows the pattern of single to double consonant in American English?

• Counselor

• Fulfil

• Enrol

• Skillful

In British English, how is 'counselor' spelled?

• Councellor

• Councelor

• Counsellor

• Counselor

Which word has a double consonant in British English but a single consonant in American English?

• Enrol

• Disheveled

• Counselor

• Fulfil