Spelling Techniques Quiz

What is a mnemonic used for in spelling?

• To confuse the spelling

• To remember the spelling

• To change the spelling

• To ignore the spelling

Which of the following is a common prefix?

• Pretending

• Performed

• Disappear

• Excitement

What is an example of a root word mentioned in the text?

• Pretending

• Unhelpful

• Excitement

• Acceptable

What technique involves copying the word over and over?

• Mnemonic

• Prefixes

• Muscle memory

• Syllables

Which word is broken down into syllables as "En-vi-ron-ment"?

• Interpret

• Business

• Environment

• Necessary

What is the purpose of quizzing yourself on spellings regularly?

• To forget the spellings

• To learn new words

• To retain spelling knowledge

• To confuse yourself

Which of the following is a common suffix?

• Redirect

• Postnatal

• Excitement

• Disappear

What is the suggested method for remembering tricky spellings?

• Ignore them

• Use a dictionary

• Use mnemonics and other techniques

• Ask someone else

Which word is listed as a tricky word in the text?

• Beautiful

• Conscious

• Happy

• Simple

What is the example mnemonic for the word "because"?

• Big elephants can always understand small elephants

• Big elephants can always use small ears

• Big elephants can always see everything

• Big elephants can always eat small eggs