A number of secondary schools have identified the following words as common errors among this age group.
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parallel |
A trapezoid or trapezium is a type of quadrilateral with at least one pair of parallel sides.
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participation |
Thank you for your participation.
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pattern |
A lattice is a criss-cross pattern.
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peaceful |
The picture showed a peaceful country scene.
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people |
Many people do not have sufficient food.
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performance |
The team’s performance was dismal.
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permanent |
Temporary is the opposite of permanent.
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persuade |
Can I persuade you to have another slice of this cake?
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persuasion |
She needed all her powers of persuasion to get him to agree with her.
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physical |
Physical exercise is good for your health.
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possession |
A conqueror is someone who gains possession or control of a country by force or war.
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potential |
He showes great potential.
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preparation |
There was a lot of preparation involved in winning the U.S. Open.
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prioritise
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You must prioritise your work.
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process |
The process of totalling figures is called addition.
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proportion |
Her head was in proportion to her body.
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proposition |
I will listen to your proposition.
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questionnaire |
Please complete the questionnaire.
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queue |
We had to queue to get into the show.
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reaction |
My initial reaction was amazement.
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Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
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Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Spelling games using the word list: Key Stage 3: Secondary Spelling List: par - rea
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Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
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