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About Spelling Rules
Give your memory a workout with Spelling Rules: 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty, free to play right in your browser. Test your knowledge of spelling patterns and common rules Expect to spend about 7 minutes; every question comes with an explanation, so you learn something even when you miss.
A few sample questions
1. The famous rule is 'i before e except after c.' Which word correctly follows this rule?
Answer: Receive
2. Which of these is a well-known EXCEPTION to the 'i before e' rule?
Answer: Weird
3. When adding '-ing' to 'hope,' what happens to the silent 'e'?
Answer: It is dropped: hoping
4. Which is the correct spelling?
Answer: Occasion
5. When adding a suffix to a word ending in consonant + 'y,' what happens to the 'y'?
Answer: It changes to 'i'
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spelling Rules take?
Most players finish Spelling Rules in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
What's a good follow-up after Spelling Rules?
If you enjoyed this word games quiz, try the Daily Challenge — five rotating questions, refreshed every 24 hours, that count toward your streak. You can also use the Surprise Me button on the homepage to land on a different game type for variety.
Can I print Spelling Rules?
Yes — use the Print button at the top of the page for a clean question sheet, or "Print with Answers" to make an answer key. Printed sheets work well for group play at home, in a classroom, or at a senior center.
Will I lose my progress if I close the page?
Your overall progress — XP, streaks, and badges — is saved in your browser automatically. A quiz that's underway restarts if you leave mid-game, but at about 7 minutes, Spelling Rules fits comfortably in one sitting.
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