Spelling Correction (Basic) — Set 9
Questions 81–90 of 100
Select the correct word: 'The _____ of emotions in her voice was remarkable.'
Correct Answer: A. eloquence
'Eloquence' is the ability to speak expressively and persuasively. The '-ence' ending (not '-ance') is correct. 'Eloquance' uses the wrong suffix vowel, 'eloquense' replaces 'c' with 's', and 'eloqence' drops the 'u' before 'ence'.
Which is correct: 'The _____ of the disease spread rapidly through the population.'
Correct Answer: A. prevalence
'Prevalence' means the rate of occurrence or widespread presence. The 'a' in 'preval-' and the 'e' in 'ence' must be exact. This medical/scientific term is important.
Fill in the blank: 'The _____ of the ancient ruins suggested great civilization.'
Correct Answer: A. magnificence
'Magnificence' is the quality of being magnificent or impressive. The '-ence' ending and double 'c' are essential. 'Magnificance' uses the wrong suffix vowel, 'magnifiance' drops a 'c', and 'magnificense' replaces 'c' with 's' in the suffix.
Choose the correct spelling: 'His _____ to success came through hard work.'
Correct Answer: A. ascent
'Ascent' means a climb or upward movement. 'Assent' (similar sounding) means agreement. The 'c' distinguishes ascent (climb) from assent (agree).
Select the correct word: 'The _____ of the two parties led to a peaceful resolution.'
Correct Answer: A. acquiescence
'Acquiescence' means silent agreement or passive acceptance. The 'sc' combination and '-ence' ending are essential. 'Acquiesance' uses the wrong suffix vowel, 'acquiescense' replaces 'c' with 's' in the suffix, and 'acquiesence' drops the 'sc' cluster.
Which is correct: 'The _____ showed remarkable intelligence and resourcefulness.'
Correct Answer: A. protagonist
'Protagonist' is the main character in a story. The 'ago' in the middle and 'nist' at the end must be exact. This theatrical term comes from Greek.
Fill in the blank: 'The _____ of her argument was well-constructed.'
Correct Answer: A. hierarchy
'Hierarchy' is a system with levels of authority. The 'hier-' prefix (meaning sacred) and '-archy' suffix (meaning rule) create this word. The 'h' beginning is crucial.
Choose the correct spelling: 'The _____ of the experiment was meticulously documented.'
Correct Answer: A. methodology
'Methodology' is a system of methods and principles. It combines 'method' + 'ology'. The 'o' after 'method' and the '-ology' ending are essential.
Select the correct word: 'The _____ of the ancient manuscript remains uncertain.'
Correct Answer: A. authenticity
'Authenticity' is the quality of being genuine or real. The '-icity' ending is correct. 'Authentisity' replaces 'c' with 's', 'authenticuty' inserts a spurious 'u', and 'authentisty' both replaces 'c' with 's' and drops a syllable.
Which is correct: 'The _____ of the proposal seemed questionable to many.'
Correct Answer: A. feasibility
'Feasibility' is the possibility of something being practical or achievable. The '-ibility' (not '-ability') suffix is correct. 'Feasability' uses the wrong suffix, 'infeasibility' adds a negative prefix changing the meaning, and 'feasibilty' drops the 'i' before '-ty'.