Spelling Correction — Set 8
Questions 71–80 of 100
Which is the correct American English spelling for a cinema or film venue?
Correct Answer: B. Theater
'Theater' is the American English spelling. The British English equivalent is 'theatre'. American English uses '-er' endings where British English uses '-re' in words like 'center/centre', 'fiber/fibre', 'meter/metre'. 'Theatr' drops the vowel and 'theatear' incorrectly adds a syllable.
Select the correct spelling for a repository of historical records:
Correct Answer: A. Archive
'Archive' is the correct spelling in both British and American English for a collection of historical records or the building where they are stored. It is spelled a-r-c-h-i-v-e. 'Archyve' substitutes 'y' for 'i', 'archieve' incorrectly applies the 'ie' pattern, and 'archeve' drops the 'i'.
Identify the correct American English spelling:
Correct Answer: C. Check
American English uses 'check' while British English uses 'cheque' (for financial documents). The '-que' ending in British English reflects French influence. In American English, 'check' serves all purposes. Other examples: British 'programme' vs American 'program'. Knowing these helps in SSC error-spotting.
Which is the correct British English spelling?
Correct Answer: C. Jewellery
The British English spelling is 'jewellery' while American English uses 'jewelry'. The British form has double 'l' and an extra 'e' before '-ry'. This follows the British pattern of retaining more letters. Both are acceptable in different contexts, but the British form is standard in India and SSC exams.
Select the American English spelling of the word meaning a flat or apartment:
Correct Answer: C. Apartment
While 'flat' is the British English word, 'apartment' is the American English equivalent. The word 'apartment' comes from French 'appartement'. It has one 'p' at the beginning and ends in '-ment'. This is also a vocabulary difference between British and American English beyond just spelling.
Identify the British English spelling for 'to try hard to achieve something':
Correct Answer: B. Endeavour
'Endeavour' is the British English spelling meaning to try hard or make an effort. The American spelling is 'endeavor'. The '-our' ending is characteristic of British English as seen in 'honour', 'colour', 'favour'. 'Endeaver' changes the vowel, and 'endevour' alters the middle syllable.
Which is the correct American English spelling for protection in a legal context?
Correct Answer: C. Defense
'Defense' is the American English spelling. The British spelling is 'defence'. Americans use '-se' endings while British use '-ce' in word pairs like 'offense/offence' and 'license/licence'. 'Defanse' is a misspelling not accepted in any standard variety of English.
Select the correct British English spelling:
Correct Answer: C. Catalogue
British English uses 'catalogue' while American English uses 'catalog'. The '-ogue' ending in British English (dialogue/dialog, analogue/analog) reflects French influence. American English simplifies these endings. Both are correct in their respective varieties, but 'catalogue' is more common in Indian English education.
Identify the American English spelling for a broadcast on television:
Correct Answer: B. Program
'Program' is the American English spelling used for all purposes. In British English, 'programme' is used for TV and radio shows. 'Programm' incorrectly doubles the 'm', and 'proggram' incorrectly doubles the 'g'. American 'program' is also the standard in the field of computer science.
Which is the correct British English spelling meaning 'to examine in detail'?
Correct Answer: C. Analyse
'Analyse' is the British English spelling. The American equivalent is 'analyze'. The '-yse' ending is the British standard as seen in 'paralyse', 'catalyse'. 'Analise' misspells the '-yse' ending entirely, and 'annalise' doubles the 'n' incorrectly. Both British and American forms are grammatically valid in their respective contexts.