Spelling words with the suffix -ous and -cious
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can spell words with the suffix -cious.
Key learning points
- There are four spelling rules when adding -ous to a root word.
- If the root word ends in 'ce', use the suffix -cious
- The suffix -cious generally turns a noun into an adjective.
- Exceptions or harder root words to identify include these words: anxious, conscious, delicious, suspicious, precious.
- How to spell the curriculum words: prejudice, accommodate and accompany.
Keywords
Suffix - a letter or group of letters added to the end of a root word
Root word - the base word from which other words are formed often by adding prefixes or suffixes
Noun - a naming word for people, places and things
Adjective - describes a noun
Common misconception
Pupils may not know or understand the meaning of many words encountered in the lesson.
Put all unfamiliar vocabulary into simple sentences to expose children to the meaning. Make links to root words where possible.
Teacher tip
Discuss the etymology of words which do not have an obvious root word. It can help pupils to make connections and remember how to spell words if they have been given the opportunity to explore their origins.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match these words to their root words.
Q2.Match the words to the rules that apply when the suffix -ous is added.
Q3.When the word 'joy' becomes 'joyous' what rule is applied?
Q4.When the word 'vigour' becomes 'vigorous' what rule is applied?
Q5.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold in the following sentence: I felt furyus that day and I didn't like it.
Q6.Choose the correct spelling for the word in bold in the following sentence: I was advised to stay inside because the illness was infectionous.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.When the word 'outrage' becomes 'outrageous' what rule is applied?
Q2.When the word 'glamour' becomes 'glamorous' what rule is applied?
Q3.When the word 'adventure' becomes 'adventurous' what rule is applied?
Q4.When the word 'superstition' becomes 'superstitious' what rule is applied?
Q5.When the word 'space' becomes 'spacious' what rule is applied?
Q6.Correct the spelling of the word in bold in this sentence. The photo of my grandma is very preshoos to me.
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