Mastering Spelling Rules Flashcard

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What is the rule for doubling the final consonant when adding a suffix?

Back

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

Front

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

Back

running

Front

What is the past tense of the verb 'try'?

Back

tried

Front

What is the correct form of 'carry' in the past tense?

Back

carried

Front

What happens to the final consonant in 'big' when adding '-er'?

Back

The final consonant 'g' is doubled to form 'bigger'.

Front

How do you form the present participle of a verb?

Back

Add '-ing' to the base form of the verb.

Front

What is the rule for changing a verb ending in 'y' to past tense?

Back

If the verb ends in a consonant followed by 'y', change 'y' to 'i' and add 'ed'.

Front

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

Back

Tapping

Front

What is the rule for adding '-ed' to regular verbs?

Back

For most regular verbs, simply add '-ed' to the base form.

Front

What is the past tense of 'play'?

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played