American vs British English Spelling

The video tutorial by Sema explores the differences between American and British spellings. It highlights various spelling variations such as 'our' vs 'or', 're' vs 'er', 'ise' vs 'ize', double 'l', 'ae' vs 'e', 'ogue' vs 'og', and 'ce' vs 'se'. The tutorial explains how these differences arise and provides examples for each case, emphasizing that both versions are correct depending on the English variant used. The lesson concludes with a summary and a farewell.

What is the main topic discussed in the video?

• Pronunciation differences in English

• History of the English language

• Grammar rules in English

• Differences in American and British spellings

Why did the speaker choose to discuss this topic?

• To teach vocabulary

• To discuss pronunciation

• To highlight spelling differences in Microsoft Word

• To explain grammar rules

What does Microsoft Word do when it detects a spelling difference?

• It provides a definition

• It suggests synonyms

• It highlights the word with a red line

• It changes the spelling automatically

How can you set Microsoft Word to use British English?

• By changing the font

• By installing a language pack

• By updating the software

• By using a different keyboard

In British English, how is 'favor' spelled?

• Favour

• Favur

• Favor

• Favore

What is the American English spelling for 'labour'?

• Labour

• Labore

• Labur

• Labor

Which English variant uses 'our' in words like 'colour'?

• Canadian English

• American English

• British English

• Australian English

How is 'theatre' spelled in American English?

• Theatre

• Theter

• Theatar

• Theater

What is the British English spelling for 'center'?

• Center

• Centar

• Centre

• Centor

Which English variant uses 'er' in words like 'meter'?

• British English

• American English

• Australian English

• Canadian English