-ing endings: doubling, or nothing (VC vs VCC)

Front

What is the rule for doubling the final consonant when adding -ing to a word?

Back

If a one-syllable word ends with a single vowel followed by a single consonant, double the final consonant before adding -ing.

Front

Give an example of a word that follows the doubling rule when adding -ing.

Back

drip -> dripping

Front

What happens to the final consonant when adding -ing to a word that ends in two consonants?

Back

Do not double the final consonant; just add -ing.

Front

Provide an example of a word that does not double the final consonant when adding -ing.

Back

hunt -> hunting

Front

What is the rule for words that end in 'e' when adding -ing?

Back

Drop the 'e' before adding -ing.

Front

Give an example of a word that drops the 'e' when adding -ing.

Back

smile -> smiling

Front

What is a VCC word?

Back

A word that ends with a vowel followed by two consonants.

Front

What is a VC word?

Back

A word that ends with a vowel followed by a consonant.

Front

Spell the word that means to feel sad and cry, following the doubling rule.

Back

sobbing

Front

What is the difference between VCC and VC when adding -ing?

Back

VCC words do not double the final consonant, while VC words may double it if they meet the criteria.