1-1-1 Doubling Rule

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What is the 1-1-1 Doubling Rule?

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The 1-1-1 Doubling Rule states that when a one-syllable word ends with a single vowel followed by a single consonant, you double the final consonant before adding a suffix that begins with a vowel.

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Give an example of a 1-1-1 word.

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The word 'run' is a 1-1-1 word because it ends with a single vowel 'u' followed by a single consonant 'n'.

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What happens when you add '-ed' to a 1-1-1 word?

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You double the final consonant before adding '-ed'. For example, 'plan' becomes 'planned'.

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What happens when you add '-ing' to a 1-1-1 word?

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You double the final consonant before adding '-ing'. For example, 'hop' becomes 'hopping'.

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Is the word 'sit' a 1-1-1 word?

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Yes, 'sit' is a 1-1-1 word because it ends with a single vowel followed by a single consonant.

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What is the correct spelling of 'drop' when adding '-ing'?

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The correct spelling is 'dropping'.

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What is the correct spelling of 'skip' when adding '-ing'?

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The correct spelling is 'skipping'.

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What is the rule for words that do not follow the 1-1-1 Doubling Rule?

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If a word ends with two vowels or two consonants, you do not double the final consonant.

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Is the word 'nod' a 1-1-1 word?

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Yes, 'nod' is a 1-1-1 word.

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What is the correct spelling of 'chop' when adding '-ing'?

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The correct spelling is 'chopping'.