Spelling Word List: VCCCV Pattern

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Study the Word List: VCCCV Pattern

	surprise	She raised her eyebrows in surprise.
	pilgrim	In 'The Canterbury Tales', each pilgrim tells a story.
	subtract	Next week in Maths we are learning how to subtract. *
	control	I control my computer with a mouse.
	sample	A sample is a selection taken from a larger group (the 'population') so that you can examine it to find out something about the larger group. *
	inspect	Make sure you inspect the potatoes for dirt before cooking them.
	contrast	Opposite views. *
	employ	I'm hoping they will employ me as a chef.
	exclaim	I heard the children exclaim, 'Wow!' when they saw the amazing fireworks. *
	athlete	Archery is a popular sport for disabled athletes.

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Spelling Activities & Games: VCCCV Pattern

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Spelling Practice: VCCCV Pattern

Boost your spelling accuracy through engaging and effective practice.

Look	surprise
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Cover	Look again
Write
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surprise

pilgrim

subtract

control

sample

inspect

contrast

employ

exclaim

athlete

Spelling Games: VCCCV Pattern

Play interactive games to practice these words in a fun way.

Summer spelling
Hot spelling fun.

Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!

Word Search, small
The classic English word game.

Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.

Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.

Monkey Business spelling game Monkey Business
It's bananas!

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Take a Spelling Test: VCCCV Pattern

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She raised her eyebrows in ________.

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