English Portion: Spelling Rules

Spelling Nuances

• Focus on the spelling of words containing letter combinations IE and EI.

Common Spelling Errors

• Many students mistakenly spell words by inverting these letters, e.g., writing 'I' before 'E'.

Key Examples

• Correct examples: achieve, believe, peace.
• Incorrect spelling often leads to confusion, particularly on exams.

Mnemonic for Memorization

• "I before E except after C" is a helpful rule.

Illustrative Example

• The word 'receives' exemplifies this spelling rule.