CHAPTER 10 Techniques to Improve Spelling^237
refer referred
occur occurrence
RULE 7: NOT DOUBLING A FINAL CONSONANT BASED ON
ACCENT CHANGES
In a two- or three-syllable word, if the accent changes from the fi nal syllable to a
preceding one when a suffi x is added (e.g., refer/reference), do not double the fi nal
consonant.
prefer preference
confer conference
Written Practice 10-4
Circle the incorrectly spelled word in each set of words.
- unanimous nominate confer spoting
- occurred painter carelesness satisfactory
- developped prefer funny wonderful
- preferrence reference refi ned misspell
- except occurred baddly stun
Written Practice 10-5
For each of the following sentences, correct any misspelled words. If there is no
error, leave the space blank.
- It ocured to me to check the weather report before I left.
- John was refered to me as a possible candidate for the job.
- Your bad attitude has never deterred me.
- I consider myself a runer, not just a fast walker.
- Suning yourself day after day is not a healthful thing to do.