Link of the Day #7 - Sir Linkalot (#RevisingAtHome, #SpellingMatters, #MemorableLinking)

The video tutorial explores the word 'accommodation', focusing on its spelling challenges and meaning. It uses a creative memory aid involving animal sounds to help remember the spelling. The tutorial also delves into the etymology of 'accommodation', tracing its roots to the Latin word 'accomodary', and discusses related words like 'commodity' and 'commode'.

What is a common mistake people make when spelling the word 'accommodation'?

• Using only one O

• Forgetting the double M's

• Adding an extra E

• Forgetting the double C's

What mnemonic is suggested to remember the spelling of 'accommodation'?

• Two frogs croak, two snakes hiss

• Two lions roar, two tigers growl

• Two dogs bark, two birds chirp

• Two cats meow, two mice squeak

What is the original Latin meaning of the word 'accommodation'?

• To offer comfort

• To create space

• To fit one thing to another

• To provide shelter

How did the meaning of 'accommodation' evolve in English?

• It referred to a type of food

• It was used to describe a journey

• It started to mean providing a place to stay

• It became associated with luxury

Which of the following words is related to the Latin root 'commodus'?

• Community

• Commotion

• Communication

• Commodity