Statutory Spelling List Activity Book – Answers-Booklet

Answers

Page 1 Fill in the missing word. 1. According to the weather forecast, it will rain this evening.

2. The amateur boxer is training hard for his first fight.

3. The hotel cannot accommodate us; they are full.

4. That dog over there looks very aggressive .

5. “Would you like to accompany me to the ball?” asked the prince.

6. Imagine what you could achieve if you tried a little bit harder?

Page 2 Fill in the missing word. 1. The phone is not available online at the moment.

2. After trekking through the jungle, they eventually stumbled across the ancient ruins.

3. I hope the children will appreciate what we have done for them.

4. The average temperature in London is 11°C.

5. The passport photograph is attached to the form.

6. His manners are not particularly apparent at the moment.

2. I got a real bargain at the shops today!

3. Let’s put together a committee to decide on what we will do next.

4. Simon had a bad bruise on his shin after playing football yesterday.

5. The atmosphere in the room was really awkward ; everyone was silent.

6. What category are you competing in?

Page 4

1. What am I? I have 3 vowels.

My fifth letter is a consonant.

My first letter is the second letter of the alphabet.

bruise

2. What am I? I have 3 vowels and 3 consonants.

I have 9 letters.

My second letter is a vowel.

committee

My fourth letter is the same as my second.

My last letter is a consonant.

awkward

Page 5

Fill in the missing word. 1. The actions of the local politician caused controversy amongst the locals.

2. Lakeshore is a lovely community to live in.

3. How can we communicate when we don’t have access to a phone?

4. The motorcyclist was badly injured but conscious .

5. Helen entered the competition confident that she could win.

6. Only those who do not have a conscience could do such a horrible thing.

2. Your design does not correspond with the architect’s design.

3. I don’t like to criticise but you need to correct your many mistakes.

4. The girl was desperate to go to her friend’s party.

5. Curiosity killed the cat, or so they say!

6. “Pop down to the local convenience shop please,” called Mum.

Page 7 Fill in the missing word. 1. We must all look after the environment ; we are all responsible for it.

2. The runner had a determined look on his face at the start of the race.

3. I had a disastrous attempt at making a fruitcake.

4. “Please don’t embarrass Dad,” pleaded Thomas quietly.

5. To prove that she was right, Zainab checked the definition of the word in the dictionary .

6. I think our business will develop slowly but surely.

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y i z c p j w j h j m l j c m v

t w x p z h r d b t g x g o s m

d m v i s k h o k g v m s m d c

a o d e s p e r a t e f p m i r

k c d b r s y n i p g b i u c i

z o e c e n v i r o n m e n t t

s n t e m b a r r a s s d i i i

d s e l y m g e l q t t e c o c

u c r i g q t j w m v l v a n i

o i m o s i u o l v x d e t a s

l o i e g h l y e b u b l e r e

k u n b q j o a g r y d o l y s

s s e r p e e j q e c o p e l j

u o d i c o m p e t i t i o n s

c b q u c o r r e s p o n d w m

conscious determined curiosity competition

desperate environment correspond develop

communicate criticise embarrass dictionary

2. Before starting his climb, the mountaineer checked all of his equipment .

3. The food at Villa Maman is excellent .

4. The soldiers were equipped and ready for the battle ahead.

5. We all need to clean our hands, especially if we are going to bake a cake.

6. The existence of snow leopards is under threat.

Page 10 Fill in the missing word. 1. “How frequently do you brush your teeth?” asked the dentist.

2. The actor in the film looked very familiar .

3. I could not understand them as they were speaking in a foreign language.

4. Granny and Grandad have been married for over forty years.

5. “I demand an explanation ,” shouted the angry customer.

6. We will have a new government after the next election.

2. The neighbour’s cat likes to harass our poor dog.

3. I cannot guarantee that you will get a refund on your holiday.

4. The doctor said that the antibiotics should begin to work immediately .

5. My broken arm will be a real hindrance at work today.

6. The new rules are in place with immediate effect.

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foreign harass excellent

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familiar especially guarantee

2. The hotel has great leisure facilities on offer.

3. Pour the cake mixture into individual cupcake cases.

4. “I’m sorry to interrupt , but can you repeat that please?”

5. The weather is beginning to interfere with the television signal.

6. Deaf people often communicate via sign language .

Page 14 Fill in the missing word. 1. The high jumper pulled a muscle in her back whilst training.

2. Weeds can be such a nuisnace in the garden.

3. Before I left for work, I had a chat with my lovely neighbour .

4. Is it really necessary to take a mattress when camping?

5. What a marvellous performance!

6. Stifling a giggle, the mischievous toddler ran and hid behind the sofa.

2. I’m going to write a letter to persuade the council to build more parks.

3. Guy Fawkes planned but failed to blow up parliament .

4. Rugby is a very violent and physical game.

5. Excitedly, we were waiting for the solar eclipse to occur .

6. The grandparents bought a new game to occupy their grandchildren for the day. Page 16 sipefa muscle

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dalpijxa persuade

kcxkrkxijf individual

dbwpkejf physical

sjlraffyip marvellous

2. One of the hardest aspects of learning a new language is the pronunciation .

3. It is important that referee’s do not allow their prejudice to influence decisions.

4. As the shop opened, the queue of customers began to grow.

5. It is a privilege to spend time with you.

6. What is your favourite television programme ?

Page 18 Fill in the missing word. 1. “Have you eaten at the new Chinese restaurant yet?

2. The boy did not recognise his old friend; it had been so long.

3. Not all poems have to rhyme .

4. Doctors recommend eating 5 pieces of fruit and vegetables every day.

5. When taking part in a debate, you must ensure that each point is relevant .

6. To be able to dance, you need to feel the rhythm of the music.

2. Bravely, the soldier charged towards the enemy.

3. I sincerely hope your flight isn’t cancelled.

4. The lawyer’s secretary could type over 40 words a minute.

5. It is important to always be honest and sincere .

6. Dad hurt his shoulder lifting the wardrobe.

2. The system has broken; we need to reboot it.

3. Apparently, the temperature is going to continue to rise.

4. “I’ve got a sore stomach ,” moaned Harry to his mum.

5. The school suggest buying their uniform from the supermarket.

6. The symbol of the cross is very important to Christians.

Page 22 Fill in the missing word. 1. It is important to have a thorough clean behind your ears.

2. Every vehicle on the forecourt needs to be washed.

3. My grandfather has a flourishing vegetable patch in his garden.

4. The millionaire sailed off into the distance in his expensive yacht .

5. This is my twelfth lap around the track.

6. The holiday resort offers a variety of activities to amuse children.