Take nothing for granted. If you have the slightest doubt about a spelling, looks it up. Get a small three-by-five dictionary. You will want it 【A1】______ for quick reference. Each 【A2】______ you use it, put a check in the margin next 【A3】______ the word. You can take spelling courses and learn rules, but this method is all you really need. Good spelling comes from careful proofreading and close attention to the 【A4】______ of each word.

When you find the word, take a good look at it syllable and【A5】______ syllable. Is there a way to remember the spelling, any【A6】______ device you can use? Write it out slowly and carefully, noticing silent letters, double consonants and so【A7】______. 【A8】______ if you are pronouncing it properly. Is there a problem with the vowel or a consonant? Do you confuse words that sound a bit 【A9】______?

Look carefully at the difference; examine the examples. Separate 【A10】______ and roots to see how they are formed. That will help you to【A11】______ using too few or too many letters. When you add a suffix, check to see if the final consonant of the root must be 【A12】______ or not.

It【A13】______ down to seeing, hearing and writing the word carefully and accurately.

Don’t expect 【A14】______. At first you will have to use your dictionary heavily, but if you do pay attention you will gradually form a habit of spelling most words you use correctly. Maintain a healthy 【A15】______. To double check, have someone proofread after you finish.