Exploring Verb Suffixes: -ation in Noun Formation

The video tutorial for Year Three students focuses on spelling patterns, specifically the 'ation' suffix used to transform verbs into nouns. The lesson is introduced by Zita, who humorously discusses the demands of a fictional superstar, Ozzy Cosmic, to illustrate the use of 'ation' words. The tutorial explains how to add the 'ation' suffix to verbs, with examples and a warning about words where 'ation' is part of the root. The session concludes with a reminder about the upcoming spelling test.

What suffix is commonly added to verbs to form nouns?

• ing

• ation

• ed

• able

What should Ozzy Cosmic's dressing room include to accommodate his health needs?

• A personal chef

• A minibar

• A dance floor

• An excellent ventilation system

What must Ozzy Cosmic's audience do to show their admiration?

• Stamp and whistle

• Dance

• Remain silent

• Sing along

What should be supplied in Ozzy Cosmic's dressing room according to his demands?

• 3 floral arrangements

• 5 fruit baskets

• 10 bottles of water

• 15 packs of meaty or eat chocolate bars

If a verb ends in a consonant, how do you form a noun using 'ation'?

• None of the above

• Replace the last letter with 'ation'

• Add 'ation' directly

• Remove the last letter

What change is made to verbs ending in 'e' before adding 'ation'?

• Add an extra 'e'

• No change is needed

• Drop the 'e'

• Change 'e' to 'a'

Which of the following is NOT a correct noun formation?

• Sense - Sensate

• Inform - Information

• Adore - Adoration

• Prepare - Preparation

What is a unique feature of words like 'station' and 'nation' regarding 'ation'?

• 'Ation' is not a suffix

• 'Ation' is a prefix

• 'Ation' is doubled

• 'Ation' is removable

Which word correctly uses the 'ation' suffix?

• React

• Compute

• Limitation

• Decor

When is the spelling test scheduled?

• Wednesday at 3:00

• Thursday at 2:40

• Friday at 2:40

• Monday at 1:00