Link of the Day #18 - Sir Linkalot (#Spelling, #Homeschooling, #Revision, #KeyStage1, #KeyStage2)

The video explores the complexity of spelling the word 'ocean', starting with a playful introduction. It delves into the historical origins of the word, tracing back to ancient Greece and the concept of Okianos. The video then transitions to modern times, discussing the five oceans and the various ways to spell the 'shun' sound, emphasizing the challenges of English spelling.

What did the ancient Greeks believe surrounded the world?

• A chain of mountains

• A vast desert

• A single great river called Okianos

• A large forest

How many oceans are there in the world?

• Five

• Three

• Four

• Six

Which of the following is NOT one of the five oceans?

• Indian

• Mediterranean

• Atlantic

• Pacific

What is a common way to spell the 'shun' sound at the end of words?

• SION

• CION

• SHUN

• TION

What percentage of words ending with the 'shun' sound are spelled with 'TION'?

• 50%

• 85%

• 90%

• 70%