Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: Opineon
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:Spelling items often target tricky vowel patterns. “Opinion” is a high-frequency word, yet many learners insert an extra vowel or swap positions when unstressed vowels reduce in speech. Your job is to spot the exact orthographic form against near-phonetic impostors.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:Map each option to a known lemma. The noun from “opine” is “opinion,” spelled o-p-i-n-i-o-n. The sequence “-eon” in “Opineon” is wrong; English uses “-ion” for this family (nation, vision, opinion), with exceptions governed by etymology.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Identify target: “opinion.”Check letter order: o p i n i o n (not o p i n e o n).Compare with option C “Opineon”: extra “e” after n creates a non-word.Mark C as misspelled.Verification / Alternative check:Substitute into a sentence: “In my opinion …” The only accepted spelling is “opinion.”
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:Adding letters to represent weak vowel sounds (schwa). Trust established patterns: many nouns end with “-ion,” not “-eon,” unless etymology demands (e.g., “neon,” “freon” are different roots).
Final Answer:Opineon
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