Unit 2: Spelling the consonant sounds, Part 1
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We know of five words which break this rule: |
| tic | (see below). |
| limerick | a humorous five-line poem. |
| derrick | a kind of crane that moves heavy weights or a framework that sits over a platform. |
| maverick | a person who follows his or her own rules. |
| gimmick | a trick to attract attention. |
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If you confuse these words the computer spellchecker will not spot
your mistake - so it is especially important to learn them. |
| tick - a) a mark meaning correct:  b) the noise a clock makes. c) insect that burrows into flesh. tic - small muscle movement. |
Put a tick on the right word. That old watch has loud tick. The dog has been bitten by ticks. He can't control the tic on his face. |
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