Adding Suffixes 'ous' 1 Quiz

The KS2Gems 2020 spelling quiz is an engaging and educational activity designed for Year 3 and Year 4 students to help them master the use of the 'ous' suffix. This quick quiz, intended to last between 5 to 10 minutes, requires no equipment and serves as an excellent tool to consolidate the learning of statutory words, spelling rules, and patterns. It's particularly useful for reinforcing knowledge in the same week it is taught and for aiding long-term retention well after the initial lesson.

Students are presented with a series of sentences and asked to choose the correct spelling of a word ending in 'ous' to complete each one. For example, they must select the correct spelling of 'poisonous' to fit the sentence about a dangerous snake, and 'gorgeous' to describe someone's appearance in a dress. Other words they will encounter include 'courageous', 'ridiculous', 'infamous', 'murderous', 'joyous', 'dangerous', 'nervous', and 'spacious'. This quiz not only tests their spelling skills but also helps them understand the context in which these words are used, enhancing both their vocabulary and comprehension abilities.